Medical Assistant, General Surgery

MAIN FUNCTION:

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including organizing patient flow, preparing exam rooms, accompanying patients to exam rooms.

• Documents patient history, charting, collecting specimens, relaying instructions to patients, and assisting patients as necessary.

• Performs patient screening, including documenting patient history, performing medication reconciliation and obtaining vitals.

Assists doctor with physical exam and office procedures as necessary.

• Assists office coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and other administrative duties as needed.

• Manages and updates patient medical records, manages referrals and prior authorizations.

• Maintains inventory of clinical equipment and supplies, including ordering and restocking when necessary.

• Obtain prior authorizations and book surgeries as needed.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of recognized Medical Assistant/ Medical Office Assistant diploma program preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working in a surgical office strongly preferred.

• Must possess strong customer service skills and must be able to multi-task.

• Experience with electronic medical records is required.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled