Medical Assistant Jobs in Spokane, LA

About The Position

Requirements

• High school education or GED.
• Own reliable transportation, a good driving record, and car insurance.
• Successful completion of a two-step Tuberculosis (TB) Skin Test.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions and listen to the needs of patients and doctors.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to multitask and demonstrate attention to detail.
• Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including standing, walking, pushing, stooping, and pushing patients in wheelchairs.
• Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen is a condition of any employment offer.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor promptly and courteously.
• Complete chart preparation for scheduled patients before every visit.
• Verify and maintain accurate, current clinical records, charts, and medical histories in the EMR during patient visits, and ensure documentation integrity.
• Complete end-of-visit reports on the day of the visit and share them with management.
• Provide daily feedback and work with the branch office to optimize scheduling and reporting.
• Coordinate with staff to maintain patient flow during facility visits; duties may include removing patients’ socks and shoes and pushing wheelchairs.
• Balance and generate daily production reports and provide them to the manager on the day of the visit.
• Post charges accurately to the appropriate provider in a timely manner.
• Work in the medical office capacity provided by the facility.
• Care for and clean medical equipment at the end of every visit.
• Maintain medical supplies inventory by auditing stock, anticipating supply needs, and placing and expediting orders.
• Prepare supplies while minimizing waste and duplication.
• Ensure medical equipment is working properly by completing preventive maintenance requirements and following manufacturer instructions.
• Clean up the service area used at the facility before departing.
• Provide exceptional customer service and ensure a positive patient experience.
• Communicate effectively with patients, family members, providers, facility staff, and other staff.
• Respond to patient inquiries promptly and document conversations in the EMR.
• Travel to and from assigned medical facilities, up to 100% of the time.
• Support and comply with all components of the compliance program, including completing training and reporting suspected violations of law or company policy.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and PHI guidelines.
• Adapt positively to change and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• Drive-time pay