Medical Assistant/ Temp Full-Time

Medical Assistant We are looking for a dynamic customer service oriented Medical Assistant to join our growing practice.

Medical Assistant Job Description:

Perform selected nursing and administrative duties. Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signs. Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Administer injections and apply dressings as instructed. Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization. Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and exams. Work closely with the physician to receive guidance and instruction for treating patients. Perform direct patient care as instructed by the physician. Maintain equipment for use at all times, in a clean and safe condition. Complete appropriate documentation on all patients examined. Maintain appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with Supervisors, staff and patients to ensure coordinated efforts and provision of high quality service. Perform Drug Screens, Breath Alcohol Tests, Pulmonary Functions Tests, Mask Fit Tests, Blood work, and other ancillary tests as directed.

Front Office Job Description:

Welcomes patients and visitors by greeting patients and visitors, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries. Optimizes patients' satisfaction, provider time, and treatment room utilization by scheduling appointments in person or by telephone. Keeps patient appointments on schedule by notifying provider of patient's arrival; reviewing service delivery compared to schedule; reminding provider of service delays. Comforts patients by anticipating patients' anxieties; answering patients' questions; maintaining the reception area. Ensures availability of treatment information by filing and retrieving patient records. Maintains patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and financial information. Obtains revenue by recording and updating financial information; recording and collecting patient charges; controlling credit extended to patients; filing, collecting, and expediting third-party claims. Maintains business office inventory and equipment by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; scheduling equipment service and repairs. Helps patients in distress by responding to emergencies. Protects patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information. Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Medical Office Receptionist Skills and Qualifications:

Multi-tasking, Flexibility, Telephone Skills, Customer Service, Time Management, Organization, Attention to Detail, Scheduling, Word Processing, Professionalism, Quality Focus

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

One year experience required Workers Comp Experience a plus! Bilingual Spanish preferre

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour