Medical Assistant -AURORA

Colorado Kidney Care; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Bi-lingual pay may be offered

Job summary

Colorado Kidney Care in Aurora, CO is seeking a Medical Assistant to support our EMR-based practice. The ideal candidate will greet patients, perform check-in/out, take vitals, process payments, and help with lab work, schedules, and charting.

Requirements include completing a certified Medical Assistant program, at least six months of MA experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong computer skills. We offer excellent benefits, a generous PTO plan, and a competitive pay scale.

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified Medical Assistant education program.
• Minimum six months of relevant MA experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Accurate, clear communication in verbal and written form.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and perform check-in and check-out procedures.
• Room patients, process urine specimens, and take vitals.
• Process patient payments and perform billing entry.
• Prepare payment batches and maintain cash transactions.
• Perform medication, test and procedure authorizations.
• Scan and attach patient records in EMR and manage docs.
• Coordinate with providers and schedule follow-ups as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

EMR proficiency

Multitasking

Communication

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Driver's license (MVR check)

Education

Certified Medical Assistant program

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

At Colorado Kidney Care, we provide the highest quality, mostcomprehensive and up-to-date care for our patients. Our employees aretalented, passionate health care professionals who know how to provideexcellent patient care and customer service. We look for people whohave a strong work ethic with a positive outlook and team-work attitude.

The ideal candidate must possess excellent computerskills as we are an electronic medical records based practice.Qualified candidate must have a minimum of six months of relevantexperience. This is a position for our office on the Aurora MedicalCenter. The work week is Monday-Friday, with flexible scheduleoptions available, includes a 4 day work week.

We offer excellent benefits, generous paid time off plan andhighly competitive pay, starting at $23 - $25 per hour commensuratewith experience. Bi-lingual pay may be offered. Employment is contingenton successful completion ofpre-employment screening and background check. The position willremain posted until filled.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Greet patients and perform Check-in and Check-out procedures in anaccurate and timely manner
• Room patients, process urine specimens, and take vitals
• Process patient payments and perform billing payment entry
• Prepare payment batches and maintain accurate office money andcash transactions
• Perform medication, test and procedure authorizations
• Distribute notes and information to outside providers/entitieswhen needed
• Prepare for patient office visits and prepare lab work in patient charts
• Maintain appointment waitlist and schedule waitlist appointmentswhenever possible
• Scan and attach patient medical records and administrativedocuments in EMR
• Utilize and maintain office communication through Outlook,calendars and task reminder
• Review and process incoming faxes, and flow labs that are notelectronically sent
• Make patient reminder calls for lab work two weeks prior topatient appointments
• Cross coverage of other duties as needed & other duties as assigned

Experience and Skills:

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Completion of a certified Medical Assistant education program andhave a minimum of two years of relevant MA experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Professionalism in appearance, behavior, and communication
• Expected to communicate in a precise and clear manner, verballyand in writing
• Works with others in a cooperative and supportive manner
• Displays patience and compassion in all patient interactions
• Ability to effectively multitask in a fast paced environment
• Possess an intermediate skill level with Microsoft Word, Excel,and Outlook
• Ability to navigate the internet proficiently
• Proficient with general math skills
• Expected to function at a high level of efficiency withoutconstant supervision and also work as part of a team
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good MVR