Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview:

NASPAC is a growing organization with a team of doctors and professionals devoted to the art of pain management: diagnosing, managing, and treating chronic pain conditions and neurological disorders. We also aim to go beyond treatment of pain, to improve your quality of life and productivity.

 

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant will provide excellent customer service and provide various support duties to our clinical team. The Medical Assistant will work directly with healthcare practice patients, collect test samples, maintain patient records, explain common medical procedures, and assist in the overall success of our day.

 

Essential & Non-Essential Job Functions/Position Responsibilities:

The Medical Assistant performs a wide range of duties, including, but not limited to the following:

• Escort patients to and from the exam/procedure rooms.
• Collect urine specimens at each visit, and process according to visit guidelines.
• Record patient information such as vital signs, height and weight, and changes in medical history at each appointment.
• Medication Reconciliation in EMR.
• Communicate to providers using the EMR to change the status of the room patients are assigned to and do verbal handoff to providers on patient status prior to the visit.
• Assist providers with minor procedures.
• Collecting and updating patient HX and medical records.
• Clean, stock, and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments.
• Work in the front office taking care of tasks such as answering phone calls, greeting patients as they enter office, and maintaining patient records.
• Assist the nurse and office manager in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed.
• Administer medications under the supervision and direction of the provider.
• Prepare equipment for sterilization.
• Maintain patient confidentiality, comply with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice.
• Always maintain good customer service in all situations.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• Commitment and demonstration of excellent internal and external customer service.
• Attention to detail, ability to lead and follow processes and procedures from beginning to end.
• Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and relationship-building.
• Ability to motivate and work collaboratively with staff.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to balance priorities, make effective decisions, and contribute as a team player within the organization.
• Ability to utilize data to inform the decision-making process.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and maintain the standards and requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Ensure the protection and security of personal, confidential and identifiable information in a professional and responsible manner and carry out all measures to prevent from unauthorized disclosures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to communicate information in an organized and clear manner.
• Able to maintain and demonstrate strict confidentiality of all information.
• Commitment to reflect quality assurance and risk management in daily tasks.
• Has computer skills and ability to learn/operate software programs.
• Maintains professional appearance and demonstrates professional attitude at all times.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and maintain punctual attendance.
• Able to work under pressure, remain calm, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to relate to diverse communities.
• Ability to work as part of an interdependent team.
• Ability to remain open and non-judgmental towards colleagues and customers.
• High level of professionalism.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Inventory Management experience.
• Role will cover our Cherry Hill and Princeton locations. Travel between offices is required to ensure support and coverage

 

Hourly Rate: $18.50 

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, 401k, PTO and other benefits