Medical Assistant; MA - Otolaryngology

Overview

Under the supervision of a department manager or provider, assumes responsibility for direct patient management and flow by providing quality patient care to all patients. Review medical records of scheduled patients to verify that current lab, x-ray or procedure reports are available for the provider and fill out forms required for appointments. Accurately perform required computer functions including but not limited to medication reconciliation, updating part medical and surgical history problem lists in the EMR, chronic health maintenance, scheduling of appointments including order entry, and management of task lists.

Performs pre-certification for tests, procedures and specialty medications as required and notifies ordering department/provider of denials.

• Review medical records of scheduled patients to verify current lab, x-ray or procedure reports are available for the provider and fill out forms required for the appointment.
• Accurately perform required computer functions including medication reconciliation, updating medical and surgical history problem lists in the EMR, chronic health maintenance, scheduling of appointments including order entry, and management of task lists.
• Perform pre-certification for tests, procedures and specialty medications as required and notify the ordering department/provider of denials.

• Current Medical Assistant Certification through NHA, AAMA or AMT and CPR certification; certification must be maintained for duration of employment.
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to relate well at all levels.
• Medical Assistant Flow-no previous experience required;
  Medical Assistant Flow/Phones requires a minimum of 1 year of experience.

• Area of Interest:
  Nursing
• Pay Range: $21.19 - $32.85
• Work Status: M-F 8a-5p
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-time 40 hours/week
• Job

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