Medical Assistant I- OBGYN

CLS Health PLLC•Katy, TX

About The Position

CLS Health is a growing, physician-led healthcare system in Houston, Texas, providing holistic, multispecialty care. The Medical Assistant supports the delivery of safe, effective, and efficient patient care in a multispecialty medical practice, with this position focused on OBGYN. The role includes patient rooming and intake, chart and benefit preparation, clinical and administrative support, patient education, appointment scheduling, and coordination of authorizations and referrals. Travel to other CLS Health locations is required.

Requirements

Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant through a nationally recognized accreditation organization, or graduation from an approved Medical Assistant program.
Two or more years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a medical office or customer service environment.
Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance billing.

Responsibilities

Room patients.
Interview patients and update their chief complaint, medical history, and medication list; take vital signs.
Prepare patient charts a week in advance and verify benefits reports.
Scan documents into the appropriate patient charts.
Ensure rooms are stocked and clean before clinic, after each patient, and at the end of the day.
Refill patient medications as directed by a physician and obtain medication pre-authorizations or determinations.
Ensure the physician is in-network and that an authorized, current referral is in the patient's chart.
Assist the physician in the exam room with wound care and/or procedures.
Follow up on calls and voicemails and document phone logs and conversations.
Educate and inform patients about diagnostic imaging, labs, referrals, and procedures ordered by physicians.
Schedule patients for upcoming appointments after the physician sees them.
Obtain authorization before sending orders when needed.
Distribute faxes from the main fax line to the appropriate team members.
Travel to other CLS Health locations.
Perform related duties as required.