Medical Office Assistant II - Surgery

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians Incorporated; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in delivering exceptional patient care. This role involves a variety of responsibilities, from assisting with patient flow and taking vitals to performing clerical duties in a medical office. The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant certification and experience in a medical office setting. Join a team that values health, life, and career development while making a significant impact on patient experiences. If you are dedicated to providing quality care and improving patient outcomes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Career Development Programs

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Must be fully certified in patient registration.
• Two to three years related medical office experience required.
• Ability to perform all medical assisting responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians and nursing staff in patient care activities.
• Performs various front desk and clerical duties in a medical office.
• Administers and documents injections and medications given.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical Assistant Certification

Customer Service Skills

Data Entry Skills

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

PC Proficiency

CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Tools

GE or EPIC Billing System

Job description

Assists physicians and nursing staff in the care of patients. Performs various patient care activities, including assisting with patient flow, taking vitals, giving injections, and other needs as required. Maintains nurses' stations, exam and procedure rooms. Performs various front desk and clerical duties in a medical office including such functions as complete demographic and insurance registration, charge entry, scheduling patients and/or verifying insurance information. Must be fully certified in patient registration. Where the electronic system is in use, this position will utilize the system as documented in the department and/or FPI standard operating procedure and process; and other duties assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (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
• Two to three years related medical office experience
• General understanding and application of basic accounting principles
• PC proficiency
• Strong customer service skills
• Accurate data entry skills
• Current knowledge of payer requirements for referrals and pre-authorization
• Knowledge of GE, EPIC or similar computerized billing system
• Medical terminology preferred
• CPR certification is required

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record.
2. Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider.
3. Performs routine office testing, including but not limited to; phlebotomy, sweat and hydration tests, urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
4. Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures.
5. Obtains necessary blood and urine specimens.
6. Administers and documents injections and other medications given.
7. Assists provider with clarification of patient instruction such as, diagnostic test preparation, and medication administration.
8. Exhibits compassion and empathy for all patients and families at all times.
9. Sterilizes all reusable instruments and equipment as needed.

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer
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