Job Description - Medical Assistant Cardiology - Coral Springs (Full time, Days) (300832)
Job Description Medical Assistant Cardiology - Coral Springs (Full time, Days) - 300832
Description
Assists in examinations and treatment of patients care under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Supports patient care management by performing various administrative functions.
Job Summary
Answers telephones, routes calls, takes, and relays accurate phone messages. If applicable, prepares and administers medications/immunizations to patients as directed by provider.
Communicates all significant changes in patient conditions or behavior to clinicians and physicians.
Ensures all medical record/patient charts contains necessary documentation for medical appointments. Completes charting, collects, and distributes medical record documents related to patient.
Gathers data for general information, special reports, contacting other employees, departments, agencies, and individuals for additional material. May prepare reports for provider approval.
Maintains/prepares billing charge and reconciliation, assist in completing claims forms, and answers patient questions in reference to payment status.
Runs reports for credit cards, super bills, and etc. Prepares final bookkeeping of assigned cash drawer and prepares and makes timely deposits.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms. Operates and maintains equipment in proper working condition/order.
Ensures medical supplies and inventory are maintained.
Performs and documents vital signs and measurements. Provides and documents patient and family education.
Assists physician with simple procedures and patient transport. Collects specimens and distributes to laboratory for results.
Prepares for patient visits by preparing /pulling charts, printing super bills, and informing physician and other clinical staff of changes in schedule.
Schedules appointments, diagnostic, therapeutic, verifies medical appointments, obtains and/or verify authorizations.
Processes medical documentation for office visit and follow-up with patient when required.
Serves as receptionist, conducts patient check-in, registration, collects fee for service/co-payments, and verifies referrals, insurance data, patient's address & other pertinent information.
Tracks all samples per policy before providing to patients to ensure proper coordination with physician orders or requests.
Enters electronic order for lab, x-ray and medication/prescriptions for provider review and approval in electronic medical record.
Processes refills as directed by provider and written protocols.
Qualifications
Minimum Job Requirements
Medical Assistant Certification (must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment) and a minimum of 3 years of Medical Assistant experience; OR must have at least one of the following and a minimum of 5 years of Medical Assistant experience:
Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Nursing Degree (e.g., ASN or BSN)
American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
High School education or equivalent preferred.
Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred.
Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Basic computer and math skills.
Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
Able to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills.
Able to float to various Primary Care Centers while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality service.
Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
Job:
Nursing- Support (Clinical)
Primary Location: Florida-Miami-Nicklaus Childrens Hospital - Main Hospital Campus
Department: NCPS-PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY-3100-467711
Shift: Days
Job Status: Full Time