Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - Braselton, GA

Kidney Care Center Of Georgia•Braselton, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

A busy nephrology practice is hiring a back-office Medical Assistant. The role involves supporting clinical operations and patient care across practice locations in Gainesville, Habersham, Cumming, Braselton, and Johns Creek. Depending on the position, travel between offices and to dialysis centers may be required; mileage is reimbursed at the highest allowable IRS rate. Attendance and flexibility are important in this growing office. The position requires multitasking, attention to detail, strong computer skills, teamwork, adaptability, and good phone etiquette. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Current national Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA).
Interpersonal and customer service skills.
Communication skills.
Computer literacy and keyboarding skills.
Problem-solving skills, ability to set priorities, and sound judgment in decision-making.
Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure.
Multitasking, attention to detail, teamwork, adaptability, and good phone etiquette.
Flexibility and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of back-office experience as a Medical Assistant in an acute care facility.
Clinical knowledge and/or training in nephrology.
Familiarity with documenting in an electronic medical record system; EPIC experience is a plus.
Experience in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient vital signs and room patients.
Review medications and process refill requests.
Schedule appointments and tests, as well as patients generally.
Answer clinical-line calls and document them appropriately.
Respond to patient messages through the EPIC electronic medical record system.
Complete some transcription while at dialysis units.
Submit medication prior authorizations through Cover My Meds.
Travel between practice locations or to dialysis centers as required by the position.