Medical Assistant - Primary Care

CLS Health PLLC•Houston, TX

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About The Position

CLS Health is a growing, physician-led healthcare system in Houston, Texas, focused on holistic, multispecialty care. The Medical Assistant supports delivery of safe, effective, and efficient comprehensive patient care in a multispecialty medical practice. The role includes preparing and maintaining patient charts, assisting physicians with examinations and procedures, coordinating authorizations and referrals, communicating with patients, and helping keep clinic spaces prepared and organized.

Requirements

Certified or Registered Medical Assistant through a nationally recognized accreditation organization, or graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Bilingual ability.
Experience in a medical office or customer service environment.
Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance billing.

Responsibilities

Room patients.
Interview patients and update their chief complaint, medical history, medication list, and vital signs.
Prepare patient charts one week in advance and verify benefits reports.
Scan documents into the appropriate patient charts.
Ensure rooms are stocked and clean before clinic, after each patient, and at the end of the day.
Refill patient medications as directed by a physician and obtain medication prior authorizations or determinations.
Ensure the physician is in-network and that an authorized, up-to-date referral is in the patient's chart.
Assist the physician in the exam room with wound care and procedures.
Follow up on calls and voicemails and document phone logs and conversations.
Educate and inform patients about diagnostic imaging, labs, referrals, and procedures ordered by physicians.
Schedule patients for upcoming appointments after the physician sees them.
Obtain authorization before sending orders when required.
Distribute faxes from the main fax line to the appropriate team members.
Perform related duties as required.