Medical Assistant Med Office Rep
About The Position
As a Medical Assistant, you will support smooth daily operations for patients and the medical team, supporting multiple patients each day depending on physician availability. The role involves preparing patient charts, assisting with patient examinations or procedures, relaying physician instructions, administering physician-directed medication, measuring vital signs, managing medical records and electronic medical records, communicating patient concerns to providers, and coordinating with physicians, insurance companies, and pharmacies regarding medication authorizations and refills. Success requires enthusiasm for helping others, efficiency, and empathy for patients. This position is represented by SEIU-UHW.
Requirements
- High school graduate in General Studies or GED in General Studies.
- Satisfactory completion of a formal Medical Assistant program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions, or equivalent military training as determined by the DHMF HR department in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health.
- Basic Life Support (CPR) certification upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient setting.
- Six months of experience as a Medical Office Receptionist in an outpatient setting.
- Equivalent experience in a high-volume customer service role in another industry or environment working with referrals or surgery scheduling.
- Experience in billing.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patient charts.
- Assist with patient examinations or procedures.
- Relay physician instructions.
- Administer physician-directed medication.
- Accurately measure vital signs.
- Manage medical records, including charts and electronic medical records.
- Communicate patient concerns to providers.
- Collaborate with physicians, insurance companies, and pharmacies on medication authorizations and refills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
