Medical Assistant (FT)

• Must be a currently Certified or Registered Medical Assistant and CPR Certification required. 
• 2-3 years of specialty clinical experience, gastroenterology experience preferred.   
• Medical Assistant/ LPN must be computer literate and able to operate healthcare system and multiple Microsoft Office applications. 

• Responsible for assisting physicians and management with all clinical, clerical, and organizational tasks revolving around patient care.  
• Manages patient charts and assumes responsibility for resolving patient requests including test results, prescription refills, and general healthcare questions.

• Monitors schedule and organizes patient flow for  physician office visits or in-office procedures.
• Accompanies patients to exam room; collects patient history and provides physical assessments as delegated by the physicians.
• Schedules and obtains results for lab or radiology procedures; interprets and accurately communicates results to physicians and patients as necessary.
• Performs or assists physician with in-office procedures and specialty patients including Remicade, Hydrogen Breath Tests, Pill Cam Endoscopies, Flexible Sigmoidoscopies, and Hepatitis C.
• Manages patient charts to ensure clinical information is completed and filed appropriately.
• Has knowledge of drug uses and dosage requirements; ensures sample medications are up to date.
• Calls in prescription refills to pharmacies as needed.
• Performs upkeep for exam and specialty procedure room with regards to sterilization and infection control, supplies, and equipment.
• Performs emergency life-saving procedures if necessary.
• Accurately provides or counsels patients and/ or relatives with pertinent information regarding medical treatment or procedures.
• Answers emails and voicemails and returns patient calls in a timely and efficient manner.
• Completes requests for information from other staff and ensures that they are handled promptly and effectively to guarantee payment on patient accounts.
• Abides by and promotes HIPAA compliance; maintains strictest confidentiality with regards to patient information.
• Participates in staff meetings as directed by the Office Manager.
• Participates in marketing activities as directed by the Office Manager.
• Cross trains and performs other office functions including phone triage, check-in/check-out, scheduling, pre-certification, or medical records as directed by the Office Manager.
• Any other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Salary : $18 - $20