Medical Office Assistant, Upstate Family Medicine @ Township 5

Job Summary:
Position Summary:
Assist providers in the examination and treatment of patients, performing various clinical and clerical tasks. Will primarily provide scribing support to physicians. Directly reports to the Nurse Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Taking notes during patient visits and documenting them in the electronic health records system
Learning about the medical process and using a team approach in patient supervision and documentation
Working with a supervising Physician or Doctor to complete and submit medical records
Communicating with patients and supervising Physicians professionally
Preparation of treatment rooms;
Intake/interviewing of patients;
Measuring and recording patient information (e.g. vital signs, medications, history, etc.);
Processing of orders to include entry, obtaining insurance authorization and referrals;
Provide forms as required by specialty to the patient and assists with completion, as needed;
Assist with the cleaning and restocking of patient rooms;
Capable of sterilizing instruments, using proper sterilization procedures and equipment (e.g. autoclave);
Uses professional and effective phone skills, providing answers in a timely manner;
Clerical duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records and completing insurance forms;
Willingly provide support to other staff as needed to prevent backlog and maintain even work-loads;
Willingness to float to different areas as needed;
Provides support to the referral team to complete all specialties referrals;
Seeks guidance on clinical tasks from the Nurse Manager;
Adheres to practice policies and procedures; and
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School degree or equivalent;
Completion of an approved Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program and/or one year of related medical office experience;
Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross;
Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures; and
Experience with electronic medical records
Preferred Qualifications:
Epic EMR experience preferred
Work Days:
M-F 8am - 430pm with potential for evenings and weekends in the future
Message to Applicants:
$1000 sign on bonus, 1/2 to be paid at start and 1/2 to be paid after 6 months of satisfactory service. Will consider part time candidates for this position as well as full time, may select a 24, 32 or 40 hour per week position.

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

G3: $16.00 - $25.88

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.
Recruitment Office:
MedBest Medical Management