Per Diem Medical Assistant/Receptionist

Boston Childrens Health Physicians LLP•Middletown, NY

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Per Diem Medical Assistant/Receptionist for BCHP's Middletown Pediatrics office in Middletown, NY. The ideal candidate will be available for at least 1 shift per week and for coverage of staff absences, vacations, or busy periods. This role involves both clinical and administrative responsibilities to ensure smooth patient flow and accurate record-keeping.

Requirements

Experience with Electronic Medical Records is essential.
High school degree or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the NextGen EMR is a plus.
Pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform and accurately record patients' vitals such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, weight, vision, hearing.
Completion of school forms.
Ask patient or parent chief complaint, complete chart documentation.
Perform standard testing (strep testing, COVID testing, flu testing, urine test, lead and hemoglobin test).
Doing inventory of clinical and lab supplies.
Maintain exam room clean and fully stocked.
Verify all patient and family demographics.
Verify all insurance information.
Check the online pre-visit registration through the Phreesia program, adding and/or correcting any information in the patient database.
Follow-up on any positive responses in the Coronavirus screening through Phreesia.
Check Phreesia at the end of the day to prepare for the next day's visits.
Deal with incomplete registration and positive screenings.
Check the online payment of balances and copayments, and assist parents in making these payments at the time of the visit if not done prior to the visit.
Assist new patients in completing the registration forms.
Update all information in the patient's electronic record, including removing Alerts that no longer apply.
Assist patients in obtaining access to the Patient Portal for each child in the family.
Manage referrals to specialists and insurance inquiries.
Make appointments for future visits for patients as they exit.
Other duties as assigned.