Medical Assistant

Jacob A Spencer D O•Palm Desert, CA

15h

About The Position

Dr. Spencer is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Medical Assistant with at least two years of experience and knowledge of insurance payers. The Medical Assistant prepares for patient visits by preparing electronic charts and pulling medical records, provides routine support alongside medical staff, and helps track tests and laboratory reporting so results arrive on time and patients are kept informed about their condition and care. The role also includes managing medical-supply inventory, setting up machines and testing equipment, and cleaning rooms as needed. The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, an interest in learning about a working medical environment, and previous office experience. Dr. Spencer provides sports medicine and orthopedic care, using a team approach and offering compassionate care, current technologies, and innovative treatments.

Requirements

At least two years of experience.
Knowledge of insurance payers.
High school diploma or GED.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Previous office experience.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.
Interest in learning more about a working medical environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare for patient visits, including pulling medical records or requesting prior authorizations from insurance carriers.
Answer phones and field questions about medical issues, identifying patients’ visit needs.
Assist a doctor or physician assistant with basic medical care and procedures.
Track laboratory results, call in prescriptions, and handle basic medical office duties.
Prepare electronic charts and request or pull records before patients arrive.
Help manage medical-supply inventory, set up machines and testing equipment, and clean rooms as needed.
Help ensure tests and laboratory reports arrive on time and keep patients informed about their condition and care.