Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist

SaVida Health; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Springfield, VT is seeking a Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist. This full-time role involves welcoming patients, verifying insurance, managing appointments, and assisting providers during examinations. Candidates should have a background in medical assistance and strong communication skills. Join a compassionate team dedicated to supporting individuals with substance use disorders.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant school preferred.
• Assessment Testing is part of the application process.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and greeting all patients in person and by telephone.
• Verifying patient insurance and collecting co-pays.
• Scheduling and canceling appointments.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Athena EMR

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About The Organization

SaVida Health is a specialty medical practice providing outpatient opiate and alcohol addiction treatment services. SaVida Health's care model includes medical care, counseling, comprehensive toxicology testing, case management, and medical management of psychiatric medications. SaVida provides compassionate and individualized treatment programs to support those with substance use disorder.

Location and Employment Type

Springfield, VT

Full-Time Opportunity

Description

• Welcoming and greeting all patients in person and by telephone
• Verifying patient insurance
• Collecting co-pays and co-insurance payments
• Updating demographics and insurance information in the EMR
• Obtaining prior authorizations and referrals when necessary
• Obtaining appropriate Release of Information signatures as needed
• Answering the phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner, using proper telephone etiquette and documentation. Recording phone messages and ensuring the proper party receives them
• Responsible for keeping the reception area clean, organized, and compliant with the HIPAA Privacy Rule
• Facilitates patient flow by notifying the providers of patient's arrival, being aware of delays, and communicating with patients and clinical staff
• Scheduling and canceling appointments while ensuring that the schedule is balanced for all providers
• Calling patients in for random urine drug screening with associated documentation
• Directing issues or potential issues to the designated administrator/provider
• Prepares patients for examination/appointment
• Assists provider during appointments as needed
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens, including observed urine collection
• Obtains vital signs, for example, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, etc.
• Generate appropriate lab orders within the electronic medical record (EMR - Athena system)
• Print requisitions for required blood work
• Keeping track of and reordering supplies in a timely manner. Coordinating delivery of supplies with the courier service as needed
• Tracking and assigning unassigned lab reports in the EMR on a daily basis

Position Requirements

• Assessment Testing is part of the application process. You will receive an email with a link to complete the test.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant school with a high school diploma, or equivalent preferred

Preferred Skills

• Basic Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge and skills as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Athena EMR experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with the electronic prescribing policy and procedures.
• Be familiar with medical and behavioral treatment guidelines and all policies and procedures.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Medical Practices