Certified Medical Assistant Fondren (2583)

Description

Basic Responsibility
The Medical Assistant will be responsible for providing support services to ensure efficient operation in the offices and clinical environment. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management organization and communication. This position will require travel to other Fondren locations in the Houston area.

Specific Responsibilities
The specific responsibilities of the Medical Assistant encompass but are not limited to the following:
Interviewing patients and document basic medical history
Organizing and scheduling appointments
Updating and filing medical records and insurance reports
Schedule and pre-cert surgical procedures and laboratory services
Assist during medical examinations
Scan and index medical documents into patient charts
Prepare and clean treatment rooms
Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with patients coworkers doctors managers hospital staff and other individuals that you interact with at Fondren Orthopedic

Skills Required:
Proven working experience as a medical assistant
Knowledge of electronic medical records software and procedures
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software
Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA requirements
Physical Requirement: Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Minimum education and work experience requirement
High School diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program with current CMA certification from AAMAAMT or NCCT.

Required Experience:

Junior IC