Medical Assistant

Saafe Behavioral Services; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saafe Behavioral Services is seeking a dynamic Medical Assistant to join our team and provide medical services under the guidance of our providers. The ideal candidate will be a good listener, outgoing and compassionate, organized and adaptable, with strong problem-solving abilities.

The role includes patient-care services, vitals, billing accuracy, insurance verification, scheduling, telehealth support, and clerical duties in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program with state accreditation based on certifying exam.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify medical history and chart notes; create and maintain patient-care plans.
• Take vitals and monitor patient progress.
• Confirm patient information including billing details.
• Perform insurance verification and help patients move through appointments as scheduled.
• Answer phones, collect co-pays, greet patients, and assist in Telehealth services.
• Complete other clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Active listening

Outgoing

Compassionate

Organized

Adaptable

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma & MA program with state accreditation

Job description

Saafe is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team. The Medical Assistant will provide medical services to patients under the guidance of our providers.

The ideal person for this type of role is a good listener, outgoing and compassionate, organized and adaptable and an excellent problem solver. This vital role greets our patients, displays professionalism, and maintains confidentiality at all times. B ilingual is not required but a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Provide patient-care services – Verify all medical history and chart notes. Create and maintain patient-care plans, while instructing and guiding patients on progress.
• Ensure patient information is accurate including billing information
• Take vitals
• Understand medical terminology and office procedures and policy
• Insurance verification
• Move patients through appointments as scheduled
• Other duties: – Answer phones, collect co-pays, take messages and greet patients. Assist in Telehealth services.
• Complete other clerical duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma and a graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program with state accreditation based on certifying exam
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Previous clinical experience is preferred