Medical Assistant

Performs a variety of patient care activities and assists physicians. Greets and assists all patients and visitors in the office and by telephone, gathers demographic and insurance information, enters information into the practice management system and schedules appointments. Checks out patients, collects payments, completes referral/testing/Ambulatory Surgery appointments and checks precertification requirements. Triages patients. Answers patient calls. Stocks supplies. Meets office protocols.

Qualifications include excellent customer service skills, the ability to read and understand the English language, critical thinking, the ability to work effectively in high stress situations, communication skills, independent work habits, adaptability, basic computer literacy, and the ability to follow OSHA guidelines. Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED and medical assistant certification. Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred.