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Signature Internal Medicine
Medical Administrative 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.
$44,521 / year median in Nevada
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Medical Administrative Assistant Signature Internal Medicine Reno, NV Job Details Part-time $20 - $30 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications HIPAA Attention to detail Data entry Organizational skills Medical terminology Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Administrative Assistant to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will serve as the first point of contact for patients and providers, ensuring smooth clinic operations through efficient administrative support. Your expertise in medical office management, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and healthcare documentation will help facilitate seamless patient experiences and accurate recordkeeping. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to quality patient care while utilizing your strong organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities Manage patient scheduling, appointment confirmations, and rescheduling using EMR systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks. Greet patients at the front desk with professionalism and courtesy, providing excellent customer service and phone etiquette. Verify insurance coverage, process medical billing and collections, and handle Medicare claims in compliance with HIPAA regulations. Assist with medical coding tasks related to ICD coding and medical billing procedures to support accurate reimbursement processes. Maintain confidentiality of all clinical information by adhering to HIPAA policies and clinical confidentiality standards. Support clinical staff by preparing care plans, managing electronic health records (EHR), and performing clerical duties such as filing, data entry (including 10 key typing), and document management. Coordinate communication between patients, providers, insurance companies, and external agencies via phone or electronic correspondence. Ensure compliance with health insurance requirements and assist patients with billing inquiries or documentation needs. Skills Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks for documentation review and record management. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, clinical confidentiality policies, and health insurance processes including Medicare. Experience with medical coding (ICD-10, CPT coding) and medical billing procedures to support accurate claims processing. Excellent customer service skills combined with professional phone etiquette and effective communication abilities. Ability to handle multiple administrative tasks efficiently in a fast-paced clinic environment while maintaining attention to detail. Familiarity with office software such as Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and correspondence purposes. Bilingual skills are a plus for serving diverse patient populations effectively. Previous clinic or dental office experience is preferred to understand clinical workflows and patient care coordination. Strong organizational skills for managing medical records, filing systems, and electronic health records management. Join our team to make a meaningful difference in patient care through exceptional administrative support! We value energetic professionals who thrive on organization, accuracy, and compassionate service—help us deliver outstanding healthcare experiences every day!