Medical Assistant

Precision Healthcare Specialists LLC; Cape Coral (FL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Healthcare Specialists LLC in Florida is seeking a Medical Assistant to interview patients, document medical histories, and assist during examinations. You will manage forms, signatures, and patient records while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and QPP guidelines.

The role requires 2+ years as a medical assistant, knowledge of EMR, and strong communication and organizational skills to support physicians and staff in delivering quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of work experience as a medical assistant.
• Preferred CMA or LPN certification.
• Knowledge of medical office systems and procedures.
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with EMR and practice management software; QPP experience.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document medical history and vital signs.
• Complete medical forms and obtain signatures; update patient records.
• Document abnormal assessments and communicate findings to physician.
• Prepare, clean and stock exam rooms and instruments.
• Assist during examinations and office procedures.
• Follow up on patient results with physician.
• Schedule referrals for outpatient testing and appointments.
• Obtain referrals and authorizations for tests.
• Update and scan medical records and insurance documents.
• Assist in patient education.
• Maintain OSHA, HIPAA and QPP documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to provide quality care.

Skills

Medical assistant experience

Time management

Communication skills

Organization skills

EMR knowledge

Job description

Description

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interview patients and document basic medical history including vital signs and updated medications and be able to appropriately document in the patients EMR
• Complete medical forms and obtain appropriate signatures. Document all activities according to defined guidelines in a timely manner by including thorough and complete information and properly identifying self on all patient records
• Identify abnormal assessments of findings, communicating findings to physician and document assessment findings in the appropriate format
• Prepare, clean and stock patient exam rooms and medical instruments
• Assist during medical examinations and in office procedures
• Follow up on patient results and communicate them with the physician
• Organize and schedule appointments for patients being referred for outpatient testing, physician appointment, radiology, biopsy appointments
• Obtain referral and appropriate authorizations prior to scheduled tests
• Update and scan medical records and insurance reports and any other documents related to the continuity of patient care
• Assist in the education process for the patient
• Maintain appropriate compliance, OSHA, HIPAA and QPP documentation
• Work closely with physicians, physician extenders and other members of the office staff to provide quality care to our patients
• Demonstrate performance consistent with the mission and goals of the practice and organization; remain flexible to changing systems; and treat staff, physicians, patients, and visitors with consideration and respect

Requirements

• Proven work experience of at least 2 years as a medical assistant
• Preferred: CMA or LPN
• Knowledge of medical office 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 electronic medical record and practice management software as well as QPP