Medical Assistant
Sal Psychiatry Services
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Norwalk, CA, USA
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Job description
We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to become a part of our team! You will perform routine administrative and clinical assignments to keep the medical facility running smoothly
Responsibilities:
Handle all administrative duties in a timely manner
Perform routine clinical tasks to support medical staff
Communicate with insurance companies for proper billing procedures
Escort patients to exam rooms
Qualifications:
Previous experience in healthcare administration or other related fields
Familiarity with medical billing procedures
Strong organizational skills
Core Responsibilities
Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.
Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.
An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.
Is able to keep up in a challenging environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.
Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.
Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.
Major Responsibilities
Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests.
Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
Assist doctors with charting
Chart auditing, CPT and ICD-9 review
Venipunctures, EKG's, Vital Signs, Blood draws, and Injections
Prep patients for examination and treatment, and assist during minor office procedures
Prepare exam and treatment rooms (instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing)
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications
Medical Assistant experience
CPT I certification
Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs and IM injections.
Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet
Neat and professional appearance
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant
Working Conditions Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical specialties:
Psychiatry
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work setting:
Clinic
In-person
Medical office
Office
Outpatient
Private practice
Ability to commute/relocate:
Norwalk, CA 90650: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
Insurance verification: 2 years (Required)
Mental health: 1 year (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Required)
Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
EKG (Required)
Work Location: In person
