About this opportunity
Birmingham Gastroenterology Associates lists this Medical Assistant opportunity in birmingham, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
FLOAT Medical AssistantUnder direct supervision, is responsible for duties within the field of Medical Assistant (MA). Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled health professional which works interdependently with other healthcare professionals to provide quality healthcare to our patients. The MA should be educated and trained to perform both administrative and clinical skills in the medical care environment, observes strict guidelines for effective, courteous patient and provider care. To work as a cross trained team player assisting in all areas of patient care, always following HIPPA guidelines.Duties and responsibilitiesMultitasking, organization with high degree of emphasis on department teamwork.Report to work in a timely manner and be at your assigned area by 8:30am.Answer phones and schedule appointments and procedures completing precert forms for scheduled procedures/radiology.Demonstrate computer skills in EHR including scheduling, acquiring medical files and emailingArranging outside referrals for the physicianeRx prescriptions to BGA pharmacy for physicianExcellent communication skills with comprehensive knowledge of medical terminologyCoordinate with hospitals, medical facilities and testing labsRequest records from referring and or primary.Process physician to physician medical record request within same day of receipt.Mail out appropriate paperwork/patient education for tests being performed.Review and respond to EHR documents daily, including but not limited to patient messages, documents, patient portal, fax folders and preps performing accurate, legal and ethical documentation at all times.Ensure pertinent information is accurately documented in chart for your physicianAttend continuing education, HIPPA, OSHA seminars offered by BGAAssist physician with exams as neededPatient education and follow upAdminister injections and TB skin test (as qualified)Administer in office testing ie.H Pylori, Hemoccult with developingCompleting medication prior authorizations when not handled by BGA pharmacyArranging infusions with BGA infusion.Practice HIPPA compliance and always observe OSHA safety standardsSatellite LocationsTravel as neededMay include processing copays and depositsRequirementsThe minimum qualifications required to successfully perform this position are the following:Current certification (CCMA) or (CMA) preferredPrevious experience in medical field, physician office experience requiredFamiliarity with insurance preferredAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of Electronic Health Records and ProcessesTo be able to type a minimum of 35-40 wpmBLS or ACLS certification
Worksite address
birmingham, AL, 35203, US
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