Medical Assistant - Pembroke Pines (Full Time, Day shift)

Sfl Pediatrics-Pembroke; Pembroke Pines (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Pembroke Pines seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to assist in patient examinations and support care management. The successful candidate will perform administrative and clinical tasks including patient interaction, documentation, and support for medical procedures. Candidates should possess relevant medical qualifications and demonstrate excellent communication and patient management skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred.
• 1-2 years of physician office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in examinations and treatment of patients under the direction of the physician.
• Ensures all medical records and patient charts are documented correctly.
• Communicates significant changes in patient conditions to clinicians.

Skills

Communication

Patient Management

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Medical Assistant Certification

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Nursing Degree (e.g. ASN or BSN)

Job description

Assists in examinations and treatment of patients 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 patients 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.
• 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.

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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