What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Urgent Care position at Torrance Memorial Medical Center?
We are currently accepting applications for a Medical Assistant/Receptionist with a minimum of one-year of MA experience to join our team.
Primary Medical Receptionist duties will include but are not limited to:
- Obtaining prior authorizations for diagnostic exams and referrals
- Scheduling diagnostic exams
- Greeting patients in a friendly, professional manner
- Answering, screening, and directing phone calls to appropriate parties without error
- Scheduling appointments
- Reviewing patient registration forms for accuracy and completeness
- Verifying insurances and requesting co-payments
Primary Medical Assistant duties will include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for submitting referrals to insurance
- Preparing and maintaining exam rooms in a clean and orderly manner
- Taking patient chief complaints
- Assisting physicians with a wide range of tasks that are related to patient care
- Contacting pharmacies with new medication and/or order changes as directed
- Giving vaccinations/injections, performing vision tests, audiograms, and EKG’s
Requirements:
This role will include alternating weekends and holidays.
Weekday shifts will be a mix of afternoons and evenings.
- At least one year of experience as a medical assistant/receptionist preferably in an Urgent Care setting
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Electronic Medical Records proficiency; Cerner preferred
- The desire to work in a fast-paced environment
- The ability to communicate clearly to patients and fellow staff members both verbally and in writing
Educational Requirement:
- A High School Diploma or GED
- A valid Medical Assistant Diploma or MA Curriculum, Externship and CCMA Certificate
- A valid CPR card
Pay Range: $23.00 - $27.92/hour
Salary : $23 - $28
