Certified Medical Assistant-TEMP

University Clinical Health • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Performs appointment scheduling and registration for patients as well as updating demographic information. Performs a variety of patient care activities to assist physicians. Prepares the examination room for the patient as well as taking patient vital signs and recording vitals in medical chart. This position also maintains patients’ medical charts and receives co-payments for the visit. Must be efficient with the ability to prioritize and multi-task. Excellent communication skills are essential for this position.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited teaching establishment
• If not currently certified, must obtain certification within the first 90 days of employment.
• Keyboarding skills and aptitude for learning patient database program
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Effective interpersonal and communications skills

Nice To Haves

• 12 months to 2 years of related work experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Patient assessment
• Clinical procedures
• Physician order execution
• Patient satisfaction
• Clinic resource availability
• Regulatory compliance
• Phone triage
• Pre-certification & authorization
• Patient registration process

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED