General Summary:

Perform various clerical duties to support the operation of the office and as needed performs clinical duties

Works under the supervision of the Office Manager

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Example of Essential Duties:

1. Answering phones - courteously and professionally.
2. Scheduling appointments, lab tests, surgeries, etc.
3. Accurately enter patient information in to the electronic medical record.
4. Verifying referrals and/or pre-certifications.
5. Updating insurance information.
6. Escorting patients to exam rooms.
7. Preparing and maintaining exam rooms.

O ther Essential Duties May Include ( but are not limited to):

1. Assisting physician with minor procedures.
2. Preparing patients for physicians (vitals, histories, etc.).
3. Answering patient questions at the request of the physician.
4. Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Required:

- Excellent communication and organizational skills required.

- Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame.

- Registration or Certification as a Medical Assistant

- Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.

-Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.

- Medical Assisting Credential (ie: RMA or CMA)

Education:

- Medical Assisting degree or diploma required.

Preferred:

- Previous clerical experience in a medical office.