Medical Assistant Cardiology - Coral Springs (Full time, Days) at Nicklaus Children's Hospital

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Assistant Certification, Patient Care Management, Communication Skills, Charting, Billing, Vital Signs, Patient Education, Appointment Scheduling, Receptionist Duties, Specimen Collection, Electronic Medical Records, Problem Solving, Time Management, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Bilingual

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary Assists in examinations and treatment of patient's care under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Supports patient care management by performing various administrative functions. Job Specific Duties Answers telephones, routes calls, takes, and relays accurate phone messages. If applicable, prepares and administers medications/immunizations to patients as directed by provider. Communicates all significant changes in patient conditions or behavior to clinicians and physicians. Ensures all medical record/patient charts contains necessary documentation for medical appointments. Completes charting, collects, and distributes medical record documents related to patient. Gathers data for general information, special reports, contacting other employees, departments, agencies, and individuals for additional material. May prepare reports for provider approval. Maintains/prepares billing charge and reconciliation, assist in completing claims forms, and answers patient questions in reference to payment status. Runs reports for credit cards, super bills, and etc. Prepares final bookkeeping of assigned cash drawer and prepares and makes timely deposits. Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms. Operates and maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. Ensures medical supplies and inventory are maintained. Performs and documents vital signs and measurements. Provides and documents patient and family education. Assists physician with simple procedures and patient transport. Collects specimens and distributes to laboratory for results. Prepares for patient visits by preparing /pulling charts, printing super bills, and informing physician and other clinical staff of changes in schedule. Schedules appointments, diagnostic, therapeutic, verifies medical appointments, obtains and/or verify authorizations. Processes medical documentation for office visit and follow-up with patient when required. Serves as receptionist, conducts patient check-in, registration, collects fee for service/co-payments, and verifies referrals, insurance data, patient’s address & other pertinent information. Tracks all samples per policy before providing to patients to ensure proper coordination with physician orders or requests. Enters electronic order for lab, x-ray and medication/prescriptions for provider review and approval in electronic medical record. Process refills as directed by provider and written protocols. Minimum Job Requirements Medical Assistant Certification (must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment) and a minimum of 3 years of Medical Assistant experience; OR must have at least one of the following and a minimum of 5 years of Medical Assistant experience: Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nursing Degree (e.g., ASN or BSN) American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High School education or equivalent preferred. Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred. Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Basic computer and math skills. Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills Able to float to various Primary Care Centers while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality service Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will assist in examinations and treatment of patients under the direction of the physician, while also performing various administrative functions to support patient care management. Responsibilities include answering phones, preparing medications, maintaining medical records, and assisting with patient procedures.