What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant Neurology practice position at Neurology?
Job Title: Medical Assistant for Neurology clinic – Patient Care Coordination
Location: Valparaiso, IN
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience
Job Description: We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the physician by creating medical orders, scheduling patient appointments, and clearly communicating the plan of care to an average of 30 patients a day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist physicians in creating medical orders (lab tests, imaging, referrals, etc.) at the check-out desk
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments, ensuring timely care and efficient workflow
- Explain the physician’s plan of care to patients, answering any questions and providing guidance
- Ensure patients are fully informed about their treatment plans and next steps
- Maintain accurate and updated patient records in the electronic health record in Athena EMR
- Collaborate with medical and administrative staff to provide the best care possible
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) preferred
- Experienced in a medical office for at least 2 years
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and healthcare procedures
- Experience in scheduling appointments and coordinating patient care
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to explain medical information to patients in a clear and compassionate manner
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proficiency in Athena EMR (clinician and non-clinician sides) is a MUST
If you're passionate about healthcare and providing excellent care to patients, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to be a part of our dedicated team.
How to Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to rassil1@hotmail.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Thank you for submitting your application. Before going forward, I would like to ask a couple of questions. Are you fluent in Athena EMR, both the clinician and non-clinician side? And if yes, are you knowledgeable in creating orders, medications, referrals etc?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20