Medical Assistant/Receptionist -Part time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Order supplies and medications

Market to potential patients via phone and in person

Assist billing team with billing concerns

Ensure accurate and timely documentation into the EMR for all patient care, i.e. patient interview and history, vital signs, treatments, test results

Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests

Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens

Performs lab tests including preparing specimen, testing, and recording results. Ensures CLIA/OSHA compliance standards are met.

Performs EKGs

Prepares and administers medications and immunizations per provider order

Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and other first aid procedures

Uses CPR skills when necessary

Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instruments

Assist patients in the scheduling of diagnostic tests, outpatient services and hospital admissions.

Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations

Greets patients and visitors in a courteous and friendly manner.

Screen calls, arranges appointments and referrals.

Prepares new records, files, scans and maintains records.

Type correspondence, reports, memos, and forms.

Some transcription of medical notes.

Performs billing and bookkeeping functions including collecting cash payments, posting and balancing daily sheets of transactions, bank deposits

Gives instructions to patients as instructed by provider.

Takes blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations, vision, height, and weight

Assists with any procedures that have been taught through formal training or by licensed nurse or provider.

Assists in lab and x‑ray procedures under the supervision of provider and for which training has been given

Processes, codes, and completes insurance claims forms

Uses communication skills with proper medical terminology

Performs computer skills in patient billing, transcription, scheduling, insurance claims, accounts

Purchases and maintains supplies and equipment

Performs other position related duties as assigned

Focus on attracting and retaining patients with superb customer service skills

Follows evidence based practice and maintaining quality work

Supports clinic goals and objectives

Explains services, benefits, and fees to patients

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent required

Previous medical receptionist experience or background in general office work preferred.

Ability to comprehend established office routines and policies.

Learns quickly from oral and written instructions.

Ability to keep financial records and performs mathematical tasks.

Knowledge of medical terminology.

Understand the ethics of confidentiality.

Good organization skills and good health.

Possesses willingness to accept orders and to perform repetitive tasks.

Has awareness of the need for discretion and keeping confident matters relating to the patients and their problems.

Previously demonstrated performance in a medical environment

One (1) to five (5) years of experience preferred

Phlebotomy and lab experience required

Current CPR certification required

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written) required

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

Able to work well under pressure.

Ability to communicate well with people in personal contacts and on the phone.

OTHER SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Any other duties relating to the business operation of the medical practice that may be assigned by the provider or office manager.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to manager/provider PERSONAL QUALITIES:

1. Mentally alert, in good physical health.

2. Patient, courteous and tactful with neat and friendly appearance.

3. Ability to communicate and relate well with providers and other office staff.

4. Must be able to follow direction well from providers, nurse and manager.

OTHER SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

1. As required by provider, individual is expected to attend some classes that educate and improve medical service

2. Must be willing to serve emergency situations during off hours if directed by provider. May be requested to substitute for other office responsibilities of receptionist. Any other assigned duties by provider or manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Professional development assistance

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care
• Urgent Care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21