Medical Assistant
12 days ago
Cherry Hill
Job DescriptionBenefits: • Employee discounts, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Paid time off Benefits/Perks • Competitive Compensation Job Duties • Obtains and updates histories, current problem list, allergies, and medication list for each encounter in order to ensure accurate and current data is maintained., • Obtains vitals, height and weight, temperature, pulse, BP, identify chief complaint, update Review of System if warranted and have patient complete any applicable clinical surveys/questionnaires that may pertain to their visit, enter the information into the patients electronic chart., • Communicate professionally with patients, doctors, and healthcare staff., • Coordinate with providers and colleagues to complete and fulfill physician orders., • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent and comprehensive patient documentation of relevant communication in the practice management and electronic health records system, • Process patient registration and coordinate chart preparation for upcoming visits by ensuring all required or requested paperwork is completed., • Ensures that reports from diagnostic tests ordered have been received, • Fulfill medication prior authorizations upon receipt in a timely manner., • Screen telephone calls for the providers. Take accurate clinical messages and answer patient questions within the limits of own knowledge and practice policy., • Maintain the confidentiality of all patient medical records and information in a HIPPA compliant manner., • Follow all practice procedures in the accurate maintenance of and filing of patient records, documents and forms., • Complete administrative tasks as requested and other administrative and clerical duties as assigned.Qualifications, • Certification as a medical assistant is preferred but not required., • Previous experience as a Medical Scribe or in a similar position is preferred but not required., • Previous experience as a Care Coordinator or in a similar position is preferred but not required., • Previous experience as a Medical Records Clerk or in a similar role is preferred but not required., • High school diploma/GED or equivalent at a minimum is required., • Knowledge of medical terminology and administrative processes., • Familiarity with information management programs, Microsoft Office, and other computer programs., • Ability to take detailed notes and accurate documentation., • Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks and prioritize appropriately., • Highly organized with excellent time-management skills with attention to detail., • Ability to work in fast-paced situations and make sound decisions quickly., • Ability to work well under pressure., • Excellent interpersonal skills and high level of compassion., • Strong problem-solving skills., • Strong verbal and written communication skills., • Strong computer and transcription skills., • Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements.