Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Assistant

Lifeline Vascular Care works with premier physician practices to develop and manage outpatient centers that provide focused and coordinated dialysis access related procedures with advanced kidney disease patients. We currently manage more than 40 physician-owned vascular access centers where we provide physician practices with financial and outcomes reporting, staffing and training, facility operations, regulatory compliance, and insurance billing services. The Lifeline network of managed vascular access centers is accredited by the Joint Commission. Through our relationships with nephrologists, vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists and interventional cardiologists, we create and fortify environments in which these crucial services are delivered both seamlessly and efficiently. By delivering care in this manner, patients receive proactive care, early intervention and are able to maintain a quality of life that is all too often compromised by disease. By exceeding industry clinical standards for quality care and having the best patient outcomes in the nation, we achieve a high level of clinical credibility that assures patients and practices that our centers are best in class. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, continuing education support, and tuition reimbursement. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Visit our website at DESCRIPTION Medical Assistant VACCO is looking for a CMA to join our team! We are seeking a professional team orientated individual that thrives in a collaborative work environment and is dedicated to compassionate, high quality patient care. We are looking for that special person who has a strong work ethic with a positive outlook and a team-work attitude with the skills to match. We are seeking a qualified Medical Assistant for immediate placement in our Vascular Access Center located in Columbus, OH. If you have one year of experience in patient care which must include the following: Patient intake process, taking vitals and patient history, scheduling patient appointments and providing administrative support to the center. Communication must be in a clear and concise manner and in compliance with professional standards. We offer competitive pay commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package including the following: VACCO Access Center hours are Monday - Friday, 7 am to 4 pm. Our employees enjoy a great work/life balance and a highly supportive team environment. PAY Grade based upon experience $18.00 to $22.00 per hour Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Basic Life and Disability Insurance Whole Life, Group Accident and Hospital Indemnity Flexible Spending Account or HSA available 401(k) with Employer match Paid Holidays and a generous Paid Time Off Plan Employment at Lifeline Vascular Care is contingent on successful completion of pre-employment screening and background check. Responsibilities and Duties: Greet and escort patients to the clinical areas and conduct patient visit interview. Document all communications in a clear and concise manner in compliance with professional standards. Take patient vitals, prepare patients for physician?s care, and assist in bedside procedures as appropriate in peri-op area. Performs administrative support activities including answering and routing calls, Completes patient registration and check-in procedures. Verifies and enters accurate patient demographic information into the scheduling system. To include documents, filing, faxing, mailing, as well as making calls for appointment reminders and post procedure patient check?in. Provide appointment reminder calls. Serves as liaison between physicians and referring facilities ensuring medical procedure results are forwarded to dialysis facility and or referring physician. Including but not limited to follow up patient calls. All other duties as assigned. Requirements: Medical Assistant Certification (Preferred) High School Diploma Lifeline provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Lifeline Vascular Care complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Please submit resume on our online application site. POSITION REQUIREMENTS . One year experience in a healthcare or medical billing office required. . Intermediate to advanced computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook required. . Ability to multi-task and manage time to complete various duties with busy in-coming phone lines and hold times with insurance companies required. . Provide exceptional customer service required. . Ability to deal with confidential information and issues involving discretion and judgement required. EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.