Medical Assistant - Urology

Paycom; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Free parking

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

On-the-job training

Job summary

Paycom is seeking a Medical Assistant in South Portland, ME to work closely with providers, room patients, prepare charts, and assist with exams and procedures including bladder scans. Responsibilities include order entry, RX processing, triaging calls, taking vital signs, specimen collection, and prepping labs; ensure charts are scanned and communicated for patient contact.

Completion of a Medical Assistant program is preferred; BLS required; strong computer and communication skills are

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program or associate degree preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Related experience in a physician's office or outpatient clinic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and assist with provider visits.
• Order entry and RX processing
• Triage patient calls and assist with exams
• Take vital signs and perform routine tests
• Prepare charts, entries, and documentation for provider review
• Ensure charts and consents are scanned and communicated for patient contact

Skills

Medical terminology

Office procedures

Typing 40 WPM

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diploma as medical administrative assistant

CCMA/RMA/CMA certification

Tools

Cystoscopy equipment

Ultrasound machines

Autoclave

Job description

Position Summary:We have a great team of MA's that work independently with their provider but also chip in routinely to help each other and the other providers in the office. At the end of the day, our staff seek to:Work to actively enhance patient relationships and loyaltyPre-planning for patient visits (prepping the chart)Assisting assigned provider with rooming and patient care procedures (bladder scan, cystoscopies, etc), using our EMREnsures all consults and charts are scanned, downloaded and communicated in preparation for patient contact.Order entry, RX processing, and outreach efforts) following standard processes and protocols in oversight of meeting provider and patient needs.Triaging patient callsPerforms and documents necessary tests (i.e. bladder scans, UA's)Education/Experience:Completion of a Medical Assistant Program/Associate Degree is preferred.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is requiredRelated experience in a physician's office, medical setting or outpatient clinic is preferred, but not required.Benefits:Competitive pay, bonuses, no evenings or weekends!Medical, Dental, Vision benefits401k, PTO, Paid HolidaysCome join our team!!Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:· 401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceFree parkingHealth insuranceLife insuranceOn-the-job trainingPaid time offProfessional development assistanceRetirement planVision insuranceExperience:· Medical Assisting: 1 year (Required)Ability to Commute:· South Portland, ME 04106 (Required)Work Location: In personEssential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge:Medical terminology and office procedures.Grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type from draft copy and review/edit reports and correspondence.Basic arithmetic to make calculations, balance/reconcile figures, and make changes accurately.Medical assisting tasks including taking vital signs, drawing blood, lab processing, procedure prep, and RX prior authorizations.Healthcare systems, regulations, policies, and functions.Infection control and safety standards.Skills:Operating office equipment.Organizational skills: time management, prioritization, multitasking, and problem-solving.Basic computer skills.Abilities:Type 40 WPM using word-processing software; able to use Microsoft Excel, email, internet, PowerPoint.Read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.Sort and file materials correctly using alphabetic or numeric systems.Communicate clearly and concisely.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, clinical staff, and the publicEducation:High school diploma or GED. Diploma as a medical administrative assistant from an accredited medical vocational course preferred. Certification of CCMA, RMA, or CMA preferred.Experience:Minimum one year of administrative assistant experience in a medical office setting.Equipment Operated:Office machinery including computers, cystoscopy scopes/carts, ultrasound machines, autoclave, and instruments for several procedures.Work Environment:Work performed in an office environment with frequent contact with staff and patients.Mental/Physical Requirements:Manual dexterity for office machine operation, including computer and clinical equipment; stooping, bending, or standing for extended periods. Stress may be triggered by multiple staff demands and deadlines.