Gastroenterology Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Admin

United Digestive; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

United Digestive's Medical Assistant assists physicians and management with clinical, clerical, and organizational tasks revolving around patient care. Manages patient charts and resolves patient requests including test results, prescription refills, and general healthcare questions.

The role requires current Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, CPR certification preferred, 2-3 years gastroenterology experience, and computer literacy with various healthcare systems and MS Office

Qualifications

• Current Certified or Registered Medical Assistant or equivalent experience required.
• CPR certification preferred.
• 2–3 years of gastroenterology experience preferred.
• Must be computer literate and able to operate healthcare systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitors patient flow and organizes scheduling for visits and procedures.
• Accompanies patients to exam room, collects history, and assists with assessments.
• Schedules tests and communicates results to physicians and patients.
• Performs or assists with in-office procedures and maintains chart accuracy in the EMR.
• Ensures HIPAA compliance and assists with various staff duties as needed.

Skills

Medical assistant credentials

CPR certification

EMR experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

United Digestive's Medical Assistant assists physicians and management with clinical, clerical, and organizational tasks revolving around patient care. Manages patient charts and resolves patient requests including test results, prescription refills, and general healthcare questions.

The role requires current Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, CPR certification preferred, 2-3 years gastroenterology experience, and computer literacy with various healthcare systems and MS Office