Medical Assistant

Paycom - ATS; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Medical Assistant to support outpatient clinic operations. The role combines clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, EKGs, pregnancy tests, and specimen collection with administrative duties including answering phones, scheduling, updating EMR records, and processing patient payments.

The person will liaise with nurses and providers, verify insurance for authorizations, and ensure accurate documentation for ongoing patient care in multiple clinics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of Medical Assistant program preferred.
• CMA/CCMA or CNA with current certification preferred.
• Proficiency in measuring vital signs and documenting data in EMR.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and greet patients; schedule appointments and coordinate referrals.
• Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and carry out EKGs and pregnancy tests as required.
• Update and upload patient information into the EMR; maintain accurate records.
• Assist with administrative tasks and support front desk staff as needed.
• Collect patient payments and coordinate with insurance for prior authorizations.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

Certified Nursing Assistant with Certification

Tools

EMR software

Billing/claims knowledge

Job description

Job Summary:Position will require weekly travel to outpatient clinics in other countiesAdministrative duties of the Medical Assistant include answering telephones, greeting patients, updating and uploading patients' information into the current EMR, completing prior authorization insurance forms for medication and other ordered services, handling correspondence, scheduling appointments, arranging for referrals and laboratory services, and collecting patient payments. Clinical duties of the Medical Assistant include obtaining patient medical history, obtaining and recording vital signs, pregnancy tests, EKG’s and collecting urine specimens.Essential Functions:Clinical Duties and Patient Care:a. Ensures a customer-centric environment by treating clients with friendliness and respect.b. Obtains vital signs and communicates information to Prescribers (duty as a clinical team member).c. Aids the nurse with messages, client communications, and other tasks that can be safely assigned.d. Tasked with gathering and documenting patient medical histories, including medications, allergies, consents, completed questionnaires, and information requested by providers from patients or other healthcare services.e. performs UDS, HCG testing, EKGs, in addition to other tasks assigned and requested by medical providers.f. liaises with lab services, insurance companies, pharmacies, and other healthcare resources to ensure accurate information for ongoing care.General Office duties and functions:a. Ensure medical records are scanned into the EMR before appointments, as necessary.b. Forward documentation, such as consents and referrals, to medical records for uploading into the EMR or scan and upload directly when needed.c. Assist front desk staff with answering phones.d. Check clients in and out.e. Schedule and reschedule client appointments.f. Complete assessments with clients who consent for state and federal programs.g. Complete insurance verifications and correct errors on the monthly billing report and state reporting report.3. Staff Development:a. Stay up to date with annual training and related requirements.b. Participate in skill enhancement activities.c. Provide coverage to all outpatient clinics as needed.d. foster collaborative relationships among leadership, management teams, and programs.e. Perform other duties as assigned.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An employee should perform all duties as assigned by their supervisor.Education and Experience:High School diploma or GEDGraduate of Medical Assistant program preferredORCertified Nursing Assistant with Current CertificationProficiency in measuring and recording vital signs/weights required.State Certification/Registration, BLS, and medical office experience preferred.Knowledge and Skills:Good knowledge of general office PRACTICE AND BUSINESS English.Ability to deal effectively with the public.Demonstrates a positive outlook and a respectful manner towards clients, staff, co-workers, and visitors.