Medical Assistant Clinic/CPG OBGYN

LifePoint Health • Johnstown, PA

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About The Position

Your experience matters Conemaugh Physicians Group is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Office Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our team 6 major holidays off + daylight hours, no weekends, and travel required to other offices. How you'll contribute A Medical Office Assistant who excels in this role:

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• CPR or acquired within 2 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients, families and patrons as they arrive to the clinic.
• Obtains and verifies all insurance, demographic and financial information with each registration. Updates the information as needed. Obtains copies of insurance cards for the EMR.
• Monitors for and obtains referrals for patients. Instructs patients of requirement of referral prior to being seen on their appointment date.
• Obtains and prepares all patient charts for the physician practice. Assists in maintaining patient flow during the patient's visit.
• Schedules appointments via computerized system for physician practices. Accepts patient payments for bills, copays, etc. and documents accordingly with receipt given to the patient.
• Schedules surgeries, testing, and hospitalizations, works with insurance companies in pre-certification process, and obtains authorizations for diagnostic tests and referrals.
• Posts payment in EPIC accordingly, prepares audit journal and balances daily receipts. Prepares daily deposits accordingly.
• Provides patient care under the supervision of Physician(s) and Advanced Practitioner(s). Escorts patients to exam rooms, prepares patients for exam. Discharges patients from clinic with their instructions after being seen by a physician or APP. Assists physician and APP with exam and procedures, as requested. Assists in patient care pre and post procedure and/or clinic visit.
• Attends assigned and/or scheduled in-service education meetings and staff meetings.
• Promotes an environment that is conducive to employee and patient safety. Must be flexible with workload, schedule and location to meet department volume demands. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintenance of office equipment in good operational order. Receive and process messages from providers/clinical staff through In- Basket and patients through My Chart system in EPIC and the telephone.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees