Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

As a Medical Assistant, I report to the Practice Manager. The role of MA assumes responsibility for insurance authorizations and backup support for both the front desk and clinical team members. As the MA, I make guest service and conveying a positive image a core part of my daily work.

Lead Outcomes

• I work with a Provider as a clinical team and support them in guest care.
• I work with guests to answer questions, provide reassurance and show empathy at all times.
• I provide a genuine welcome to our guests as they enter DOC and lead hospitality efforts by maintaining a courteous, attentive and professional manner.
• I maintain guest confidentiality and ensure PHI is secure at all times. I obtain a comprehensive knowledge and working understanding of HIPAA regulations and continual compliance.

Core Responsibilities

• I am able to apply DME and prepare for in-office procedures.
• I prepare guests with all clinical and administrative information needed for surgery as directed by physician when applicable.
• I assist with documentation in the medical record.
• I complete all chart prep.
• I send/receive medical records.
• I obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information.
• I am able to check-in guests and collect demographic information, verify insurance coverage and collect copays.
• I provide support for front desk duties and all DOC office team members.

I exemplify the following competencies

• My leadership is proactive.
• My behaviors and standards model DOC’s values and deliver a service experience that is unrivaled.
• I use active listening skills.
• I maintain composure in stressful situations.
• I exhibit cooperation, flexibility and provide assistance with communicating with guest, physicians and team.
• I support the team that I work with.
• I am flexible and adaptable.
• I am able to lift up to 50lbs.
• I am proficient in computer skills.