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Medical Assistant
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Gastroenterology Office
Westerly, RI (In Person)
$38,480 Salary, Full-Time
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Medical Assistant/Medical Coordinator Looking for a reliable and hard-working Patient Care Coordinator/Medical Assistant to join the close-knit team at a fast-paced, high-volume Gastroenterology Office in Westerly, RI Position Overview General medical assistant duties including patient intake, vital signs, call-backs, and prior authorizations Experience with Caretracker EMR ideal, but willing to train the right individual Prior experience in medical office setting preferred. Administrative Duties Greeting patients, entering insurance information, and verifying coverage Managing patient calls and triaging messages to the appropriate provider Ensuring patient records are up-to-date and accurate Scheduling appointments for office visits and procedures Arranging for outpatient diagnostic imaging and laboratory services Organizing correspondence from other facilities and physician offices Clinical Duties Preparing the patient for their visit with the provider: taking vitals, obtaining past medical history, and communicating relevant information to the providers Explaining treatment procedures to patients and answering their questions Instructing patients about medication and explaining laboratory results both in office and over the phone Refilling patient prescriptions as instructed Completing prior authorizations for procedures, diagnostic imaging, and prescriptions with insurance companies Other office projects as needed Benefits 4-day work week (Monday - Thursday) Paid Time Off Retirement Plan (401k) with Employer Match Private practice