Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Total Rehab LLC is searching for an organized, reliable certified Medical Assistant for its interventional pain management medical practice in Utica, New York. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position. The MA will be cross-trained to cover various administrative and clinical tasks within a healthcare setting. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional and capable of managing their workload and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:

• Assist with front office duties: greeting patients, answering phones, verifying insurance
• Assist with scheduling and/or re-scheduling patient appointments
• Assist with obtaining applicable authorizations
• Assemble patient charts, requisitions and consent forms
• Update and file medical records and insurance reports
• Assist with the collection and preparation of laboratory specimens, including completion of appropriate paperwork, as permitted by NYS law
• Assist practitioners during routine office visits, outpatient procedures and other physical exams
• Prep exam rooms for clinical procedures and assisting practitioners with patient care
• Monitor and document patient symptoms for practitioners’ review during clinical exams and procedures
• Provide compassionate patient support and care, attention and assistance during office visits
• Other duties as may be assigned by the company

Skills:

• Ability to deal effectively and professionally with co-workers, physicians and patients
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Ability to handle stressful and unpredictable situations
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as autonomously
• Proficient computer skills, with knowledge of electronic medical record systems
• Exceptional interpersonal skills

Qualification:

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program required
• Medical Assistant Certification required
• Medical office experience and terminology preferred
• Prior experience as a procedure technician preferred
• Ability to type a minimum of 50 wpm