Medical Assistant

•Starting pay is based on experience.•At Kansas Gastroenterology, we are dedicated to the patient experience, including quality and satisfaction. Characteristics of a successful candidate will include demonstrated quality patient care, an advocate of a positive patient experience, commitment to achieving performance measures, high level of energy and self-motivation, and a dependable professional with a desire to work in a team setting. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Fulfills clinical medical assisting responsibilities that may include rooming patients, checking vital signs, inputting patient history and medications Reviewing charts for records Prior authorizations for medications Triage patient calls Be able to effectively communicate provider results to patients Apply for various assistance programs if patients have no means to pay for their medication 25% of their time spent will be on the phones and the other 75% will be rooming for our providers in the clinic. Must be able to handle multiple tasks, manage time, prioritize work, and perform well under pressure of deadlines Skill in customer service principles by creating a pleasant atmosphere, handling calls, and effectively serving as clinic liaison Interpersonal skills necessary in order to deal effectively and courteously with callers, patients, and families, clinic personnel and interact effectively with providers Ability to respond to stressful situations in a calm and effective manner Ability to type a minimum of 40wpm Attendance and punctuality

Requirements:

Education:

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a community college course in medical assisting. Certification for Medical Assistant is preferred but not required.

Experience:

Minimum six months experience is preferred but not required. Starting pay is based on experience. This position is Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm. No weekends or on-call required.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person