Overview We're seeking an experienced, dependable Medical Assistant to support patient care and daily operations at an established family medicine practice in Old Towne Orange. This hands-on role focuses on back-office clinical support, with shared front-office responsibilities. You'll work closely with the physician and a small team to provide attentive patient service and keep the office running smoothly.
Schedule:
Weekdays; no weekends Responsibilities Room patients, obtain vital signs, and prepare exam rooms and patient charts. Accurately update patient histories, medication lists, allergies, and other clinical information. Assist the physician during examinations and office procedures. Perform routine specimen collection and injections Greet patients, manage check-in and check-out, schedule appointments, and answer phones. Verify patient demographics and insurance information; collect copays and patient payments. Assist with referrals, authorizations, medical records, and requests from outside providers. Support patient callbacks, preventive-care outreach, follow-up care, and care coordination under the physician's direction. Keep exam rooms clean and stocked, organize incoming documents, and assist with supplies and daily office needs. Skills Strong organization and attention to detail. Clear, professional communication with patients, coworkers, providers, and health plans. Ability to shift between patient care and administrative tasks while keeping priorities straight. Initiative and follow-through in addressing routine office needs. Compassionate patient service, dependable attendance, and punctuality. Working knowledge of medical terminology, patient records, insurance verification, and patient confidentiality requirements. Requirements 2+ years of medical office experience that includes front-office duties and back-office clinical support. Training and hands-on experience performing venipuncture and blood draws is highly preferred. Experience in primary care, family medicine, or a small physician-owned practice is preferred. Bilingual in English and Spanish , with the ability to communicate comfortably with patients in both languages.
Pay:
$21.00 - $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 25.0 per week