Certified Medical Assistant / Allergy Tech
About The Position
As a Medical Assistant/Allergy Tech working in an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) clinic, your responsibilities typically involve a combination of administrative and clinical tasks. Administrative Duties include scheduling patient appointments, surgeries, and follow-up visits, ensuring efficient use of time slots and coordination with other staff members. You will also handle patient registration, greeting patients, collecting demographic and insurance information, and accurately updating electronic medical records (EMRs). Verifying patient insurance coverage, obtaining authorizations for procedures or tests, and assisting patients with insurance-related inquiries are also part of the role. Other administrative tasks involve maintaining organized and up-to-date medical records, assisting with billing processes, monitoring and restocking medical and office supplies, and facilitating communication between patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Clinical Duties involve escorting patients to examination rooms, obtaining vital signs, and preparing patients for procedures or examinations. You will perform allergy skin testing, including prick tests and intradermal tests, and interpret results under the supervision of a physician. Administering allergy immunotherapy injections according to physician orders, educating patients about allergy triggers, avoidance strategies, medication usage, and the purpose of allergy testing and immunotherapy are also key. The role requires assisting physicians during ENT procedures, such as ear irrigation, nasal endoscopy, or throat examinations, by providing support and maintaining a sterile environment. Accurate documentation of patient assessments, procedures performed, and treatment plans in EMRs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and clinic protocols, is essential. Finally, adherence to infection control protocols, maintaining cleanliness and sterilization of equipment, and promoting a safe environment for patients and staff are critical.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a medical assistant program or certification as an allergy technician (may be required)
- Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (may be required)
- Prior experience in a medical office setting, especially in ENT or allergy clinics
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to multitask
- Proficiency in EMR systems
- Knowledge of medical terminology and allergy testing techniques
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a medical assistant program or certification as an allergy technician (if preferred)
- Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (if preferred)
- Additional certification as an Allergy Technician (CMAA) or Certified Clinical Allergy Specialist (CCAS)
- MA License
Responsibilities
- Schedule patient appointments, surgeries, and follow-up visits, ensuring efficient use of time slots and coordination with other staff members
- Greet patients, collect demographic and insurance information, and update electronic medical records (EMRs) accurately
- Verify patient insurance coverage, obtain authorizations for procedures or tests, and assist patients with insurance-related inquiries
- Maintain organized and up-to-date medical records, including filing, scanning, and retrieving documents as needed
- Assist with billing processes, including coding procedures and services accurately to ensure proper reimbursement
- Monitor inventory levels of medical and office supplies, restock as needed, and coordinate supply orders with the administrative team
- Facilitate communication between patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers, both in person and over the phone
- Escort patients to examination rooms, obtain vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature), and prepare patients for procedures or examinations
- Perform allergy skin testing, including prick tests and intradermal tests, and interpret results under the supervision of a physician
- Administer allergy immunotherapy injections according to physician orders, following established protocols and safety guidelines
- Educate patients about allergy triggers, avoidance strategies, medication usage, and the purpose of allergy testing and immunotherapy
- Assist physicians during ENT procedures, such as ear irrigation, nasal endoscopy, or throat examinations, by providing support and maintaining a sterile environment
- Document patient assessments, procedures performed, and treatment plans accurately in EMRs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and clinic protocols
- Adhere to infection control protocols, maintain cleanliness and sterilization of equipment, and promote a safe environment for patients and staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
