Summary

We are seeking a motivated Medical Assistant I to join the Department of Neurology. Our department is growing and we are looking for candidates who are comfortable with adapting to change. This is a very exciting opportunity for individuals in the beginning of their career.

The candidate will support our providers in different specialties by primarily handling incoming referrals and working directly with patients to coordinate direct and indirect services. Apply now!

Job Duties

• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls, post visit follow-ups.
• Manages in-basket messages.
• Manages and coordinates incoming patient referrals.
• Enters orders for patient tests and obtains proper paperwork.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs.
• Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.
• Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient's visit.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• No experience required.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT,NHA, NAHP,or AMCA). New employees who are not currently certified, must obtain certification within six months of employment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.