Medical Assistant for Specialty ENT clinic

Northwest Florida ENT; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid days off

Paid clinic holidays

401K

Job summary

Northwest Florida ENT in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support one physician and three PAs in patient care, clerical, and organizational tasks. You will help manage patient flow, escort patients to exam rooms, and assist with allergy testing and pulmonary function tests.

Proficiency with the Electronic Health Record system is required, along with strong clinical and administrative skills, confidentiality, and a professional, compassionate demeanor.

Qualifications

• Certified MA with clinical and administrative competencies.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a team-based environment.
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist 1 physician and 3 PA providers with patient care and clerical tasks.
• Develop proficiency in the Electronic Health Record system.
• Support patient flow, accompany patients to exam rooms, and perform testing as directed.
• Prepare for exams, collect histories, and document information.
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance, and manage charts.

Skills

Healthcare knowledge

Patient communication

Confidentiality

Organization skills

Multiline phone system

Ability to learn EHR

Compassionate care

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

Electronic Health Record system

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

General Summary of Duties

Responsible for assisting 1 physician and 3 PA providers with patient care, clerical, and organizational tasks, being a positive part of the team. 4 day work week.

Essential Functions

Develop and maintain proficiency in the use of the Electronic Health Record system.

Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, which include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; performing allergy testing and pulmonary function test; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting physicians with various procedures; obtaining consent forms; charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls and providing pertinent information, post-operative follow-up with patients and communication prescriptions to pharmacy.

Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which include: sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/CT/MRI reports, Sleep lab results, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments/tests; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately, contacting patients regarding upcoming appoints and documenting charts information regarding scheduled tests, labs, and prescription information.

Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned which include: setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocol; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; cleaning sterilizing according to the scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms. (This list may or may not include all of the duties assigned)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Requirements)

• Knowledge of the healthcare field and medical specialty. Willing to learn.
• Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to a particular medical specialty.
• Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
• Knowledge of legal responsibilities relating to patient confidentiality.
• Skill in performing tasks appropriately.
• Skill in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
• Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
• Skill in operating all office/medical equipment.
• Skill in answering the telephone in a helpful and pleasant manner and using a multi-line telephone system.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring when dealing with others.

Education

Certified MA

Experience

Minimum of one-year work experience in a medical office setting.

Pay

Pay: According to experience range is $20- $27/hour

Benefits

• Health Benefits. (Health, Vision, Dental, Pet, etc)
• Paid days off at employee discretion
• Paid Clinic Holidays
• 401K

Schedule

Clinic is open 7:00AM to 5:00PM Monday - Friday. Days/Hours to be agreed upon at interview. MA's work 4 days, Tuesday - Friday.

Work Location

One location: 310 Racetrack Road NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL