Medical Assistant

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant (MA) provides clinical and administrative support in a specialty outpatient clinic caring for stroke and cognitive patients. This role involves patient rooming, exam room preparation, prior authorizations for medications and referrals, chart preparation, in-basket management, and patient communication. The MA works independently and collaboratively with multiple providers, managing a variable patient volume in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills and the ability to assist patients with physical handicaps are essential. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity requiring reliable transportation and a commitment to the full contract period followed by potential permanent employment. Responsibilities:

• Room patients and prepare exam rooms for provider visits.
• Obtain prior authorizations for outgoing referrals, including cardiology, and medication approvals.
• Manage in-basket communications and patient phone calls efficiently.
• Prepare patient charts and assist with procedure prior authorizations as needed.
• Work with multiple providers and serve as the sole MA in the clinic at times, managing workload independently.
• Assist patients with physical handicaps as required.
• Maintain organization and prioritize tasks to handle varying patient volumes effectively.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant - MA-C or Registered Medical Assistant - MA-R credential.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working in outpatient or specialty clinics.
• Experience working with disabled adults and knowledge of healthcare terminology.
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical record system.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment without physical limitations.
• Reliable transportation for commute and work-related travel.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience in cognitive care or stroke patient populations.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Prior experience managing prior authorizations and referral processes.

Special Considerations:

• Shifts alternate between 07:30-16:00 and 08:00-16:30; candidate must be flexible and agree to these hours.
• Workload varies based on number of providers present, ranging from 8-20 patients per day.
• Candidate must be open to a 13-week contract with expectation of permanent hire thereafter.
• No on-call or weekend shifts required.
• Must be physically capable of assisting patients with disabilities and handling a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Candidate must confirm availability for scheduled interviews and adhere to attendance policies.

Scheduling:

• Five 8-hour day shifts per week, alternating between 07:30-16:00 and 08:00-16:30.
• Shift assignments determined by clinic scheduling needs and provider coverage.
• No weekend or on-call shifts required.