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Medical Receptionist/Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $29.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

The hiring establishment is an Outpatient Clinics facility under the Employee Association bargaining unit. This healthcare organization specializes in providing family and specialty care services to patients, ensuring a comprehensive and supportive environment for both providers and patients. The clinic operates with a strong commitment to quality care and patient safety, supporting its medical staff through collaborative teamwork and dedicated administrative support. The organization offers a competitive rate of pay starting at $28.65 per hour, with the salary potentially adjusted depending on experience (DOE). This role is positioned within the medical support staff, playing a crucial part in the operational... Show More

Job Requirements

  • No educational requirement
  • Nevada Lab Assistant certification within 3 months of hire only for employees working in Nevada
  • BLS certification within 3 months of hire
  • willingness to be trained on-the-job in duties not previously learned
  • knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with medical documents and medical chart components

Job Qualifications

  • No educational requirement
  • Nevada Lab Assistant certification within 3 months of hire (only required for employees working in Nevada)
  • BLS certification within 3 months of hire
  • willingness to be trained on-the-job in duties not previously learned
  • knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with medical documents and medical chart components
  • preferred experience includes one-year experience as a medical assistant and customer/patient service position
  • experience in a clinical setting with patients and handling charts
  • bilingual Spanish preferred

Job Duties

  • Interviews patients, obtains vital signs and documents this information in the patient record
  • prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients and special procedures
  • follows the policy for cleaning and/or processing instruments for sterilization and demonstrates proper sterile technique
  • safely operates and maintains medical equipment as directed by the supervising physician/designee and policy
  • obtains test results and records as requested by the medical provider
  • administers intramuscular, subcutaneous and intradermal injections
  • routine clinical laboratory improvement amendments (CLIA) waived laboratory testing, as directed by the supervising physician/designee
  • performs ear lavage for ear wax removal
  • reinforces patient education materials/instructions under specific written authorization of the medical provider
  • completes all tasks daily as assigned
  • enters data into the computer as needed to maintain office and patient records
  • obtains prior authorization for medications
  • maintains par levels of medical supplies and medications
  • keeps rooms well-stocked and organized per practitioner preferences
  • ensures all outdated supplies, materials and medications are discarded and replaced per policy
  • maintains cleanliness of patient exam rooms
  • receives visitors, determines nature of business, and directs as appropriate in a courteous and professional manner
  • retrieves messages and performs follow-up on them
  • answers telephones and gives information to callers or routes as appropriate
  • maintains and schedules appointments
  • documents and follows up as appropriate on no show appointments
  • registers patients and inquires with all returning patients as to changes in address, phone and insurance information
  • prints and updates schedules for all practitioners
  • pulls daily charts and attach super bills and required paperwork
  • prepares daily charge batch
  • collects payments and office co-pays, deductibles and self-pay balances at time of service
  • using medical assisting skills completes various forms and authorizations for patients
  • schedules diagnostic tests and/or surgeries per specific physician practice
  • handles flow of patient reports ensuring appropriate practitioner review and signatures
  • files/scan reports in the medical record
  • maintains par levels of all forms and office supplies and reports any deficiencies to practice lead
  • works closely with clinic leads and preceptors on clinic processes/procedures including training of staff as needed
  • demonstrates system values in performance and behavior
  • complies with system policies and procedures
  • other duties as may be assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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