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Pain Management Institute

Medical Assistant/Clinical Tech

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.

$43,255 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking a motivated individual who works well with others in a team-first environment. Strong preference to proficiency in a foreign language (i.e. Spanish, Filipino, Korean). Experience in medical field is preferred but not required. Primary location of work will be in the Bethesda , MD office with possible cross coverage at our DC office location on occasion. Some of the duties may include: 1. Provides support for the providers in obtaining pre-authorization for procedures, medication approval, and relaying patient messages to providers. 2. Reviews and responds to patient messages and serves as communication liaison for providers and patients. 3. Provide front office support as needed for efficient patient flow. 4. Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians' preference cards 5. Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed procedure room procedures 6. Assists Physician with all procedures, including patient positioning and required set-up. 7. Aids in explaining the procedure to patients and assists in psychologically preparing patients for procedures, communicating effectively with patients and families as well as physicians and peers. 8. Handles any specimens obtained from patient, properly labeling, packaging, and preparing for shipment. 9. Ensures that all instruments and supplies are available as needed during procedures. 10. Works well within a team environment 11. Washes and decontaminates all probes and accessories and verifies that all essential equipment is functioning properly each day. 12. Dons proper protective attire (gloves, gown, masks, radiation aprons) during procedures or while processing probes, accessories, and instruments 13. Assists in all rescue and/or resuscitative efforts as deemed necessary by attending physician. 14. Maintains processors, RFA generators, equipment, and autoclaves, performing daily checks and cultures and documenting in the appropriate records; monitors cleaning solution daily for potency, and records results appropriately. 15. Cleans and restocks procedure rooms and processing areas, ensuring that all equipment is stored properly. 16. Maintains inventory of supplies, assisting in the receipt of incoming supplies. 17. Recognizes and utilizes safety precautions and procedures. 18. Assists with the transport and discharge of patients. 19. Performs other duties as requested or assigned. 20. Participates in the QAPI and Safety Program 21. Engages in various clerical and recordkeeping duties as needed. 22. Demonstrated knowledge of potential exposure to hazardous materials (i.e. patient body fluids, disinfectant chemicals) and location of SDS sheets. 23. Provides proper analysis of insurance coverage for upcoming services including, but may not be limited to, active coverage, covered services, patient/primary guarantor liability, and pre-authorization or pre-notification. Maintain records of verification completed. 24. Provides support for the physicians by communicating with insurance providers, pharmacies, and third-party vendors on care related matters for continuing patient treatments. 25. Operates specialized imaging equipment such as c-arms and performs X-ray or ultrasound guided cases.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person