Medical Assistant

Urologic Consultants of Southeastern Pennsylvania, LLP; East Norriton Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to enhance patient care in urology services. This role involves performing vital administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring smooth operations within the medical office. You will collaborate with a talented interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional patient experiences and support the delivery of high-quality healthcare. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Health savings account

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

Qualifications

• Certification or Registration preferred.
• 6 months experience in a physician’s office desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and clinical duties under supervision.
• Assist with patient examinations and record vital signs.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and documentation.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

EMR Knowledge

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Practice Management Solutions

Job description

Description

Work Location: 325 W Germantown pike, Suite 100, East Norriton, PA 19403

Full Time

We offer competitive pay as well as PTO, Holiday pay, and a comprehensive benefits package!

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Free parking

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant supports the delivery of urological services, performs work as required and functions as an effective member of the interdisciplinary team. The Medical Assistant is tasked to perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the medical offices running smoothly. This position collaborates with staff within their practice or other professional disciplines within the affiliated medical groups as needed to achieve effective and efficient patient care delivery and the desired patient outcomes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• The Medical Assistant will perform various administrative and clinical duties under the direction of their assigned direct supervisor.
• Consistently confer with physicians, nursing, and other staff members to coordinate and schedule appointments of patients.
• Greets and prepares patients.
• Measures and records vital signs.
• Records patient interview, history, and chief complaint.
• Provides patient education regarding medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets.
• Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests.
• Assists physicians with exams.
• Performs phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens. Performs basic lab tests.
• Performs EKGs.
• Assists with X-ray and physician therapy procedures.
• Prepares and administers medications with physician authorization.
• Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures, and other first aid procedures.
• Uses CPR skills when necessary.
• Prepares accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.
• Opens office in the morning and closes in the afternoon.
• Assists in maintaining patient logs for lab requests, CT scans, and other treatment orders for the patients.
• Maintains prescription ledger when needed.
• Ensures the back office has good flow, keeps rooms full, and assists with room turnover.
• Performs new patient thorough work-up (x-rays, vitals, new patient packet explanation).
• Adds medical history on all new patients and updates all established patients’ history accurately.
• Performs accurate and complete room set-up for physician.
• Ensures that all patients' medication is updated before physician visit.
• Handles set-up for in-office surgical procedures.
• Ensures appropriate consent form is completed correctly avoiding the use of too many medical abbreviations within the consent forms.
• Scribes as assigned per physician office flow.
• Prepares for seeing patients the following day, including patient confirmation for next day visit.
• Completes patient medical record requests when necessary.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new personnel.
• Ensures proper hand off of responsibilities once their task is completed.
• Meets established attendance criteria and starts work promptly. Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts.
• Respects and acknowledges the organization's commitment to cultural diversity, expressed through behavior, language, and actions.
• Consistently demonstrates good use of time and resources.
• Adheres to HR and Corporate policies and procedures.
• Ensures that all medical records are accurate and complete for all patients.
• Ensures compliance with healthcare regulations, medical laws, and high ethical standards.
• Regularly adheres to and supports compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned including, but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA, and CMS guidelines for Parts C & D on General Compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse.
• Performs other position-related duties as assigned.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Certification or Registration preferred.

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Ability to perform well in stressful situations.
• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR, Practice Management Solutions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Project Management.
• Vendor relations (for those MAs that are required to order office and clinical supplies).
• Database management.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Delivers exceptional patient service throughout all interactions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience (based on State regulation requirements).

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 6 months experience working within a physician’s office desired. Urology experience desired.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

• Minimal travel required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight

1-25 lbs.: Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs.: Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling

1-25 lbs.: Seldom, up to 2%

100 + lbs.: Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight

Floor to Chest, 1-25 lbs.: Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs.: Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs.: Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs.: Seldom: up to 2%