Medical Assistant/Patient Service Representative-Mount Sinai Doctors Medical Group - Full Time - Days

Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY

2d•$29 - $29

About The Position

Responsible for effectively and efficiently providing patient procedures as ordered by the physician under the guidance of licensed medical staff (LPN, RN, NP or MD). Provides clerical support necessary for efficient and effective functioning of the office.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with completion of Training Certificate from an approved Medical Assistant certificate course.
Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
CMA/RMA Required - National Certification

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Medical Assistant or two (2) years relevant work experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assures that the delivery of patient care is consistent with the philosophy of Beth Israel Medical Group
Performs EKGs, PFTs, audiometry, and lab testings as ordered by the physician
Admits patient to the exam room and takes vital signs, height and weight, medical history, medication history and allergy history
Performs quality controls
Ensures that the patient referrals are completed and forwarded appropriately
Documents appropriately any treatment, telephone contact, lab accession log, and daily checks.
Adheres to universal precautions and OSHA Regulations
Maintains examination rooms and medical areas in a clean and orderly fashion
Stocks examination room with supplies
Checks supplies from vendors against packing slips as assigned
Ensures that patients and visitors are greeted promptly and courteously
Registers and transacts patients promptly and accurately using current computer system
Updates pertinent patient information, including medical insurance coverage and eligibility
Ensures that all patients names appear on daily ledger sheets
Schedules patient appointments
Retrieves and files medical reports/lab results
Maintains the patient waiting room and front desk area
Processes HMO referrals as requested by Physician, Practice Management, and patients
Communicates to Physician all patient emergencies
Takes messages to ensure follow-up on all calls
Files and maintains file units
Balances ledger sheets and accounts for all monies received
Has accountability for all aspects of the cash box and the contents within
Notifies Office Administrator or Reimbursement/Front Office Coordinator when change is needed
Provides information to other departments as requested
Provides assistance with uncovered shifts
Confirms appointments
Calls insurance companies to verify coverage and eligibility
Forwards to specialty offices all information pertinent to scheduled appointments; i.e., labs, referrals, ex-rays, etc.