Medical Assistant

KIDNEY CLINIC OF NORTH FLORIDA PLLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

KIDNEY CLINIC OF NORTH FLORIDA PLLC in Jacksonville, Florida, is urgently hiring a medical assistant. The role involves scheduling appointments, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting physicians with treatments. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a care coordinator role and strong communication skills. Knowledge of Athena Software is a plus. The position requires commuting between different satellite clinics and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of prior experience in a care coordinator role.
• Ability to commute between satellite clinics.

Responsibilities

• Receive and direct phone calls, schedule appointments.
• Check-in patients, obtain necessary patient information.
• Prepare patients for examination and take vitals.
• Assist the physician with medical treatments and procedures.
• Work the front desk, collect patient copays.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Compassionate support

Tools

Athena Software

Job description

Nephrology Practice urgently hiring a medical assistant. to be considered for this position you must have at least one year of prior experience with care coordinator role, being the liaison between hospital and clinic patients. Knowledge of Athena Sofware a plus. If you meet the prior requirements, please apply.

Responsibilities:

• Receive and direct phone calls, schedule appointments, check - in patients, obtain necessary patient information to file and update patients records and ensure all forms and consents are completed by patients.
• check - out patients, assist with referral processing and arrange laboratory services
• Prepare patients for examination, take vitals and record patient's health history
• Prepare equipment and examination rooms for patients
• Assist physician with medical treatments, procedures and exams
• Coordinate with the office manager and work as per the set practice processes.
• Work the front desk on clinic days, collect patient copays and pending patient balances
• Delivering compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patient and families
• Ensuring compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA
• Maintain a good behavior and positive attitude towards colleagues and patients.
• communication with hospital patients to schedule hospital follow ups.

Requirements:

• Ability to commute between satellite clinics (required)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Previous clinical experience is preferred