MED ASST CERT

McKenzie Health System • Sandusky, MI

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for the direct care of patients presenting themselves in an office, ambulatory setting. Involved in predominately clinical services and Cooperates with all members of the health team to meet total patient needs. Schedules and registers patients in computer system; answers telephone promptly and courteously; obtains and verifies patient and guarantor demographic information; obtains and verifies patient's insurance information including referrals and prior authorizations when necessary; Provides clerical, secretarial and receptionist support for the specialty clinics and other diverse duties as requested.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalency, required.
• Completion of a formal MA education program or equivalent required.
• Previous Medical Assistant clinical experience in a Primary Care Provider office, or equivalent, required.
• Previous experience working with general public, required.
• Computer skills required.
• Certification as Medical Assistant, or equivalent, required within 3 months of hire.
• Current BLS certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, patients, families, providers and other support personnel.
• Influences the direction of practice by maintaining composure, excellence and a positive perspective/attitude.
• Ability to apply the principles of quality care and service in the Medical Assistant role, in the provider office setting.
• Evidence of a sense of responsibility, initiative, honesty and positive attitude.
• Knowledge and ability to learn the safe use of various office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year previous experience administering medications preferred.
• Previous experience in insurance verification, scheduling and front office duties desired.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and registers patients in computer system
• Answers telephone promptly and courteously
• Obtains and verifies patient and guarantor demographic information
• Obtains and verifies patient's insurance information including referrals and prior authorizations when necessary
• Provides clerical, secretarial and receptionist support for the specialty clinics
• Performs other diverse duties as requested

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED