Medical Assistant - Cooper City (Full Time, Day shift)

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Département des Services aux Enfants et aux Familles du New Jersey recherche un assistant médical à temps plein pour soutenir la gestion des soins aux patients. Les candidats idéaux doivent avoir une certification en assistance médicale ou une formation en soins infirmiers et faire preuve d'excellentes compétences en communication. Le poste implique diverses responsabilités allant de la gestion des dossiers médicaux à l'administration des soins aux patients, contribuant ainsi à une gestion efficace des soins cliniques.

Qualifications

• BLS certifié par l'American Heart Association requis.
• Expérience en cabinet médical de 1-2 ans préférée.
• Bilingue en anglais et espagnol est un atout.

Responsibilities

• Gérer l'accueil des patients et prendre des rendez-vous.
• Préparer les dossiers médicaux et administrer des médicaments sous supervision.
• Assurer la documentation complète des interactions avec les patients.

Skills

Communication

Gestion des patients

Résolution de problèmes

Compétences interpersonnelles

Service à la clientèle

Education

Diplôme d'assistant médical

Certification d'assistant médical

Diplôme en soins infirmiers (ASN ou BSN)

Job description

Description

The ideal candidate would also cover one of our Broward offices for coverage as needed Ie; PTO

Job Summary

Assists in examinations and treatment of patient's care under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Supports patient care management by performing various administrative functions.

Job Specific Duties

• Answers telephones, routes calls, takes, and relays accurate phone messages.
• If applicable, prepares and administers medications/immunizations to patients as directed by provider.
• Communicates all significant changes in patient conditions or behavior to clinicians and physicians.
• Ensures all medical record/patient charts contains necessary documentation for medical appointments. Completes charting, collects, and distributes medical record documents related to patient.
• Gathers data for general information, special reports, contacting other employees, departments, agencies, and individuals for additional material. May prepare reports for provider approval.
• Maintains/prepares billing charge and reconciliation, assist in completing claims forms, and answers patient questions in reference to payment status.
• Runs reports for credit cards, super bills, and etc. Prepares final bookkeeping of assigned cash drawer and prepares and makes timely deposits.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms.
• Operates and maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. Ensures medical supplies and inventory are maintained.
• Performs and documents vital signs and measurements. Provides and documents patient and family education.
• Assists physician with simple procedures and patient transport. Collects specimens and distributes to laboratory for results.
• Prepares for patient visits by preparing /pulling charts, printing super bills, and informing physician and other clinical staff of changes in schedule.
• Schedules appointments, diagnostic, therapeutic, verifies medical appointments, obtains and/or verify authorizations.
• Processes medical documentation for office visit and follow-up with patient when required.
• Serves as receptionist, conducts patient check-in, registration, collects fee for service/co-payments, and verifies referrals, insurance data, patient's address & other pertinent information.
• Tracks all samples per policy before providing to patients to ensure proper coordination with physician orders or requests.
• Enters electronic order for lab, x-ray and medication/prescriptions for provider review and approval in electronic medical record.
• Process refills as directed by provider and written protocols.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Must have at least one of the following:
  • Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program
  • Medical Assistant Certification
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Nursing Degree (e.g., ASN or BSN)
  • Candidates who do not possess one of the above requirements may still be considered if they have prior medical assistant experience in a physician practice and are able to produce at least one of the above requirements within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred.
• Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• 1-2 years of physician office experience preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience coordinating clinical care for patients preferred.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills.
• Able to float to various Primary Care Centers while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality service.
• Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Job :

Nursing- Support (Clinical)

Department :

SFL PEDIATRICS-PEMBROKE-3100-461012

Job Status

:Full Time