Certified Medical Assistant

AG URGENT CARE, P.C.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in New York, NY is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide crucial administrative support in a medical office environment. Responsibilities include interviewing patients, scheduling appointments, and maintaining medical records. The ideal candidate has 3 years of medical assistant experience, preferably in urgent care, and possesses strong communication and organizational skills. A degree and certification in medical assistance are required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of medical assistant experience required.
• Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures.
• Social perceptiveness and service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document basic medical history.
• Organize and schedule appointments.
• Update and file medical records and insurance reports.
• Assist during medical examinations.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Strong organizational and planning skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Experience in medical office management

Education

Degree and certificate in medical assistance

Tools

Patient management software

Job description

As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the medical office/hospital. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication. The target is to complete all activities accurately, with high quality and in a timely manner.

• Interview patients and document basic medical history
• Organize and schedule appointments
• Update and file medical records and insurance reports
• Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services
• Check with patients and type up patients charts
• Assist during medical examinations
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
• Handle receivable and payable accounts and keep financial records
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments

Qualifications

• At least3 years of medical assistant experience is required (Urgent care experience is an advantage)
• Knowledgeable in medical office management systems and procedures
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Social perceptiveness and service oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software
• Degree and certificate in medical assistance is required