Medical Assistant - GI - Ft. Lauderdale (Full Time, Days)

Description Job Summary Assists in examinations and treatment of patient's care under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Supports patient care management by performing various administrative functions. * *Position in Fort Lauderdale. Will also work in Coral Springs and Weston as needed. Job Specific Duties * Answers telephones, routes calls, takes, and relays accurate phone messages. * If applicable, prepares and administers medications/immunizations to patients as directed by provider. * Communicates all significant changes in patient conditions or behavior to clinicians and physicians. * Ensures all medical record/patient charts contains necessary documentation for medical appointments. Completes charting, collects, and distributes medical record documents related to patient. * Gathers data for general information, special reports, contacting other employees, departments, agencies, and individuals for additional material. May prepare reports for provider approval. * Maintains/prepares billing charge and reconciliation, assist in completing claims forms, and answers patient questions in reference to payment status. * Runs reports for credit cards, super bills, and etc. Prepares final bookkeeping of assigned cash drawer and prepares and makes timely deposits. * Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms. * Operates and maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. Ensures medical supplies and inventory are maintained. * Performs and documents vital signs and measurements. Provides and documents patient and family education. * Assists physician with simple procedures and patient transport. Collects specimens and distributes to laboratory for results. * Prepares for patient visits by preparing /pulling charts, printing super bills, and informing physician and other clinical staff of changes in schedule. * Schedules appointments, diagnostic, therapeutic, verifies medical appointments, obtains and/or verify authorizations. * Processes medical documentation for office visit and follow-up with patient when required. * Serves as receptionist, conducts patient check-in, registration, collects fee for service/co-payments, and verifies referrals, insurance data, patient's address & other pertinent information. * Tracks all samples per policy before providing to patients to ensure proper coordination with physician orders or requests. * Enters electronic order for lab, x-ray and medication/prescriptions for provider review and approval in electronic medical record. * Process refills as directed by provider and written protocols. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements * American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment * Must have at least one of the following: - Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant or EMT program - Medical Assistant Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nursing Degree (e.g., ASN or BSN) Candidates who do not possess one of the above requirements may still be considered if they have prior medical assistant experience in a physician practice and are able to produce at least one of the above requirements within 6 months of hire. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * High School education or equivalent preferred. * Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred. * 1-2 years of physician office experience preferred. * 1-2 years of experience coordinating clinical care for patients preferred. * Phlebotomy preferred. * Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. * Basic computer and math skills. * Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills. * Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills. * Able to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills. * Able to float to various Primary Care Centers while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality service. * Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical) Department: NCPS B GASTRO-3200-402710 Job Status: Professional