Medical Assistant, Non-Certified

Overview

The Medical Office Assistant will be responsible for performing a variety of clinical, clerical and administrative functions. Clinical duties include, but are not limited to, triaging patients, collecting medical information, recording vital signs (blood pressure, pulse and weight), assisting providers during procedures, performing routine point‑of‑care testing (cholesterol and blood glucose testing), obtaining insurance authorizations for procedures and EKGs.

Additional responsibilities will include scheduling patient appointments, faxing/scanning documents, pre‑certifying services and procedures, maintaining the stock room and the physical environment of the exam and procedure rooms. The Medical Office Assistant will serve as floater between clerical and clinical staff as needed.

• In depth knowledge of good clinical practices assets forth by federal regulations.
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and patient‑centered atmosphere.
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of clerical/administrative medical office experience.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records.

This position is classified as "non‑exempt, hourly" and is assigned to pay grade 21. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well‑being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.

This position will close on the date it is filled.

Please note:

Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID‑19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.

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