Medical Assistant
Company: University Gastroenterology LLC
Location: Providence
Posted on: November 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary of Duties:This position is primarily responsible for
preparing patients for visits, chart preparation, rooming of
patients, chart documentation, and medication reconciliation.
Duties and Responsibilities: - Greets patients and prepares them
for physician examination. - Assesses patient's general condition,
medication reconciliation, and takes vital signs and weight. -
Assist with obtaining patient referrals for appointments and/or
procedures when needed. - Prepares charts for upcoming
appointments. Reviews all necessary patient documents and/or test
results that have been received prior to the appointment. - Perform
virtual check-in/check-out patient visits. - Assist with incoming
phone calls as required. - Schedule referrals and tests. -
Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures
cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed. Prepares
equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and
testing of patients, when appropriate. - Maintains GI provider's
recall system, including mailing letters and follow-up phone calls
to remind patients of their GI procedures due (minimum two months
ahead). - Helps patients with concerns and complaints, and
escalates requests to the Site or Practice Manager, as appropriate.
- Performs Prior Authorizations for medications and other services
as required. - Travels to satellite office as required. - Maintains
clean and orderly work area. - Maintains a professional atmosphere
in all aspects of the office, including interaction with
physicians, management, patients, and all outside contacts. -
Maintains patient confidentiality. - Performs other medical support
duties, as assigned.Environment/Working Conditions:Work is
performed in an office environment. The noise level is usually
moderate. Phones are very busy, and the activity level is
frequently high. Involves frequent contact with staff and
patients.-- - High School Diploma or Equivalent -- - Certified
Medical Assistant preferred-- - Minimum of two years experience in
a medical office.-- - Medical Terminology / Electronic Medical
records experience preferred.-- - Ability to function well in a
fast-paced environmentPI07fc396c0565-31181-30928446
Keywords: University Gastroenterology LLC, Providence , Medical Assistant, Healthcare , Providence, Rhode Island
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