Gastroenterology Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Scheduling

United Digestive; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

United Digestive is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and management with clinical and clerical tasks. The role includes chart management, triage, and coordinating patient care, including test results and refills, while maintaining HIPAA confidentiality.

Responsibilities cover in‑office procedures, EMR documentation, patient education, and multi‑tasking across front‑ and back‑office duties. On‑site presence in Griffin, GA is required.

Qualifications

• Current Certified or Registered Medical Assistant or equivalent experience.
• CPR certification preferred; 2–3 years gastroenterology clinical experience preferred.
• Computer literate with EMR and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Monitors schedule and organizes patient flow for visits or in‑office procedures.
• Accompanies patients to exam room, triages, collects history, and provides assessments as delegated.
• Schedules and obtains results for tests and procedures; communicates results to physicians and patients.
• Performs or assists with in‑office ancillary services and specialty procedures.
• Manages patient charts, ensures complete clinical information, and scans forms into the EMR.
• Maintains exam rooms, sterilization, supplies, and infection control.
• Provides information to patients about medical treatment; answers emails/voicemails promptly.
• HIPAA compliant; participates in staff meetings and develops other duties as directed.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

CPR certification

Microsoft Office

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Digestive is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and management with clinical and clerical tasks. The role includes chart management, triage, and coordinating patient care, including test results and refills, while maintaining HIPAA confidentiality.

Responsibilities cover in‑office procedures, EMR documentation, patient education, and multi‑tasking across front‑ and back‑office duties. On‑site presence in Griffin, GA is required.