The Medical Assistant (MA) supports the Physician and RNs with administrative and clinical functions in the practice. The MA is essential in chart preparation, assisting with patient visits, and communicating with the care team. The MA will also have Office Receptionist responsibilities. This position will be located in Ogden, UT.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs the following at all times under the supervision of practice management and within limitations established by law, regulations, or usual practice within the state.
· Prepares charts in advance and day of patient appointments, which includes getting records and calling patients.
· Ensures appointments are scheduled correctly.
· Greets, receives, and rooms patients for appointments/procedures; conducts interviews with patients, measures vital signs, and records information.
· Maintains nursing stations and examination areas.
· Maintains patients’ rooms and stocks rooms and supply orders.
· Scans documents in charts.
· Schedule’s radiology and lab appointments, biopsies, IV infusions and referral appointments.
· Obtains authorization for prescriptions and procedures.
· Monitors tasks in box daily, makes sure all orders are addressed and forwards completed tasks.
· Follows up on record requests and pending folders.
· Pages/Calls providers with alerts when out of office.
· Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
· Participate in team concepts and promote a team effort; perform duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
· Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job.
· Other duties and tasks may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Completion of formal training program as nursing/medical assistant and/or comparable experience in clinical setting.
· Knowledge of medical terminology.
· Valid driver’s license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current, without restrictions and good driving record.
· Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficiency in clinic applications required within 90 days of hire.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work setting:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person