Medical Assistant

Medical AssistantAt Advocate Radiation Oncology our mission is 'patients first'. The Medical Assistant will be one of the first points of contact to provide both medical and administrative support to patients and doctors through a variety of responsibilities.Main Duties and Responsibilities:Interview patients and document basic medical history including vital signs and updated medications and be able to appropriately document in the patients EMRComplete medical forms and obtain appropriate signatures. Document all activities according to defined guidelines in a timely manner by including thorough and complete information and properly identifying self on all patient recordsIdentify abnormal assessments of findings, communicating findings to physician and document assessment findings in the appropriate formatPrepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instrumentsAssist during medical examinations and in office proceduresFollow up on patient results and communicate them with the physicianOrganize and schedule appointments for patients being referred for outpatient testing or another physician appointmentObtain referral appointments, prior authorizations, and medicine for patients as neededUpdate and scan medical records and insurance reports and any other documents related to the continuity of patient care.Assist in the education process for the patientMaintain appropriate compliance, OSHA and HIPAA documentationWork closely with physicians, physician extenders and other members of the office staff to provide quality care to our patientsDemonstrate performance consistent with the mission and goals of the practice and organization; remain flexible to changing systems; and treats staff, physicians, patients, and visitors with consideration and respectRequirements:Proven work experience of at least 1 year as a medical assistant, medical secretary, CMA, or LPNKnowledge of medical office systems and proceduresExcellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize workSocial perceptiveness and service orientedExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and planning skillsProficiency in electronic medical record and practice management software as well as QPPExperience working in Athena, ModMed, and/or Phreesia is highly desired.