Medical Office Assistant II

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians Incorporated; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support orthopaedic physicians and nursing staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. In this role, you'll assist with patient care activities, manage clerical duties, and ensure smooth patient flow. Your proficiency in electronic health systems and strong customer service skills will be essential in delivering quality care. This position offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team, where your contributions will directly impact patient experiences and overall office efficiency. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about healthcare, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

CPR certification

Team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Must be certified in patient registration and proficient with electronic systems.
• 2-3 years related medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient flow, taking vitals, and injections.
• Perform clerical duties such as scheduling and verifying insurance.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist with procedures.

Skills

Patient registration

Electronic health records proficiency

Customer service

Data entry

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification

Completion of accredited Medical Assistant Program

Tools

GE billing system

EPIC

Job description

Job Description

Assists orthopaedic physicians and nursing staff in patient care activities, including assisting with patient flow, taking vitals, injections, DME, casting, suture removal, and other needs. Maintains nurses' stations, exam, and procedure rooms. Performs front desk and clerical duties such as demographic and insurance registration, charge entry, scheduling, and verifying insurance information. Must be fully certified in patient registration and proficient with electronic systems as per department SOPs. Other duties may be assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Medical Assistant certification required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
• Ability to perform all medical assisting responsibilities under state and faculty guidelines
• 2-3 years related medical office experience
• Basic accounting principles knowledge
• PC proficiency
• Strong customer service skills
• Accurate data entry skills
• Knowledge of payer requirements for referrals and pre-authorization
• Experience with GE, EPIC, or similar billing systems
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred
• CPR certification required

Essential Functions

1. Gather and document brief history and chief complaint in the medical record
2. Obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam, following established guidelines
3. Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine office testing (phlebotomy, sweat and hydration tests, urinalysis, vision, hearing, pulmonary function, vital signs)
4. Assist providers with procedures and minor surgical procedures
5. Obtain blood and urine specimens
6. Administer and document injections and medications

Total Rewards

The salary range reflects the low and high ends for this position at the University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. Actual salary depends on factors such as location, skills, experience, and qualifications. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package. More information is available at this link.

Qualifications & Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well within a team
• Enthusiastic: Demonstrates eagerness and interest
• Detail Oriented: Completes tasks with accuracy and thoroughness
• Dedicated: Shows loyalty and integrity in work

Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.