Medical Assistant

Company: Argus Medical Management, LLC
Location: Newport Beach
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionTitle: Medical Assistant for California Hernia SpecialistsFront and Back Medical AssistantHourly Range: $16 - $20/ hour; commensurate to experienceMedical Assistant Duties:FRONT OFFICE

• Welcome patients, process patient intake forms and schedule appointments
• Complete full cycle patient registration which include: collecting insurance and identification documents, verifying patient eligibility, communicating fees, and collecting paymentsBACK OFFICE
  • Room or escort patient to exam room to prepare patient for visit
  • Verify patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, confirming purpose of visit
  • Perform preliminary physical test, take blood pressure, weight and temperature, report patient history
  • Handle patient and lab charges for the billing department
  • Assist the provider with patient education
  • Perform other duties as assignedEssential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and ICD10 coding procedures
    • Knowledge of medical terminology, medications and injection procedures
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management
    • Empathy and willingness to treat all patients with the utmost kindness and consideration
    • Understand HIPAA requirements; maintain and protect patient informationMinimum Qualifications:
      • High school diploma or equivalent
      • Completion of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program
      • Bilingual in Spanish a plus
      • CPR certification Compensation and Benefits For Full Time Employees
        • Competitive Compensation
        • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability Insurance
        • Flexible Spending Account Options
        • 401k Retirement Plan
        • Paid Holidays and PTO for Vacation/Sick

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