Medical Assistant - Columbia, SC

KG Health Partners•Columbia, SC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Full-Time Medical Assistant works with a Podiatrist who provides services in the long-term care setting. This position requires extensive travel in the designated Columbia, SC territory. Travel mileage reimbursement is provided. A leading provider of podiatry services to the long term care industry in South Carolina is expanding rapidly. In order to continue providing the highest level of service, we are looking for an exceptional person to join our administrative team in South Carolina! This position will help patients feel at ease with the podiatrist. Additionally, the individual will work with other members of our staff to provide the highest level of customer service to our facilities, patients, family members, etc. This FULL-TIME position works out of the Columbia, SC Territory.

Requirements

One (1) year of healthcare experience preferred
Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience preferred
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented
Ability to multitask and work independently.
Proficiency using software programs such as MS Word, Adobe, Gmail, Excel, and Outlook
Maintain active customer and employee communication
Access, input and retrieve information from the computer system
Enter alpha-numeric data into a computerized system often while listening on the telephone.
Reliable, secure internet is required for remote and hybrid access; hotspots are not permitted for security purposes.
Maintain the strict confidentiality of all patient information at all times
Safeguard all PHI in any form (electronic, paper, verbal)
Follow all KGHP policies and procedures regarding HIPAA and data security
Maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary and non-public information obtained during your employment. This includes, but is not limited to, company records, financial data, client and vendor information, business strategies, and any other information not generally known outside the Company. You may not use or disclose such information during or after your employment, except as required in the performance of your duties. All company property and materials must be returned upon separation of employment.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the physician during exams
Prepares patients for examination
Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history
Confirms purpose of visit or treatment
Completes records by recording patient examination and treatment
Generates revenues by recording billing information of services rendered
Provides superior customer service to our doctors, facilities, and their resident/family members
Be part of a team that is committed to providing quality, quantity and reliability each and every day