Medical Assistant

Upson Regional Medical Center; Barnesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Upson Regional Medical Center in Barnesville, GA is seeking a Medical Assistant to greet and assist patients, prepare charts, and support the physician during visits.

Responsibilities include obtaining lab and referral information, educating patients on minor procedures, maintaining records, and assisting with billing and pre-certifications. Some travel to multiple locations may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant Certification desired.

Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant greets and assists all patients and/or customers who are present in the office.
• Puts together daily patient charts.
• Obtains lab and referral information for physician review.
• Prepares patients for examination and assists physicians during patient encounters.
• Answers patient questions and educates regarding minor office procedures.
• Maintains medical records information for patient visits, other referrals, insurance pre-certification information, and billing.
• May work varying hours, as needed, including holidays.
• May be required to travel to multiple office locations.
• Provides friendly, courteous, and confidential assistance to every patient.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Medical Assistant

Upson Regional Medical Center Barnesville, Georgia, United States

About this position

Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.

The Medical Assistant greets and assists all patients and/or customers who are present in the office. Put together daily patient charts. Obtains lab and referral information for physician review. Prepares patients for examination and assists physicians during patient encounters. Answers patient questions and educates regarding minor office procedures. Maintains medical records information for patient visits, other referrals, insurance pre-certification information, and billing. May work varying hours, as needed, including holidays. May be required to travel to multiple office locations. Provides friendly, courteous, and confidential assistance to every patient.

Education

• -Required: High school diploma or GED
• -Desired: Medical Assistant Certification desired

Experience

• -Required: Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program or one year office practice experience performing related duties.
• -Desired: Two or more years experience in a medical office or hospital environment.