KIDZ MEDICAL SERVICE.
Medical Assistant- Genetics Miami Office
24 days ago
Miami
Job Description Summary: Exciting opportunity to join our growing team in Generics Miami Office! Seeking a medical assistant with experience working in a busy, medical practice setting. Patient reception/front desk experience preferred. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Greets patients, in person or on the telephone; answers or refers inquiries., • Prepares patient’s chart for the health care visit 1-2 days before. Including reviewing/recording past medical history, reason for visit/chief complaint, etc., • Directs and/or accompanies patients to the examining room., • Arranges/maintains examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment organized and stocked., • Records patient examination, treatment, and test results., • Assists health care providers during examinations., • Performs full clinical intake/triage during patient’s visit – including recording vital signs, social history, family history, etc. in EMR., • Performs basic laboratory tests on the premises as needed., • Responsible for assisting in processing of all specimens in accordance with established protocols., • Authorizes drug refills as directed, telephones prescriptions to pharmacies., • Follows clinic workflow and provides feedback for adjustments to workflow as needed., • Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment., • Follows, and enforces standards and procedures; complies with legal regulations., • Maintains patient care information confidential., • Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards., • Enhances health care practice reputation., • Performs other related duties as assigned by management. QUALIFICATIONS: • Associate's Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, OR six months to one year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience., • Certificates, licenses and registrations required:, • CMA (AAMA) – not required but strongly preferred, • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - required, • Computer skills required: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with EHR software strongly preferred., • Other skills required:, • Phlebotomy and basic laboratory skills., • Excellent interpersonal skills., • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner at all times., • Detail-oriented and highly organized., • Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies., • Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures., • Able to maintain confidentiality at all times., • Experience working in a pediatric setting strongly preferred, • Bilingual (English/Spanish/creole) preferred, • Knowledge of medical terminology and authorization processes, • Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols., • Commitment to excellence and high standards, • Excellent written and oral communication skills, • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm