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Medical Assistant
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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.
$40,347 / year median in North Carolina
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team! As a Medical Assistant, you will be preparing for each patient visit by preparing charts and pulling notes before their arrival, providing routine support alongside medical staff, and assisting with keeping track of tests and lab reporting to ensure everything is uploaded in computer chart as well as being in paper chart for appointment. You will be assisting the front desk with filing paperwork, answering phones, pulling charts for patients appointments, helping with referrals to specialists and for tests, helping with prior authorizations on medications and other office work. You will also be helping manage the inventory of medical supplies, cleaning instruments and rooms as needed. The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, an interest in learning more about a working medical environment, and has previous office experience. Responsibilities Prepare for the patient visit, including pulling charts and notes, as well as setting up medical equipment Clean instruments and equipment after use Answer phones and field questions about medical issues, identifying visit needs Assist doctor with basic medical care and procedures Track lab results and handle basic medical office duties Qualifications BLS Certification or Certified Medical Assistant desired Excellent customer service skills Strong attention to detail