Medical Assistant- Front & Back (AGHA)

REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma/GED equivalentGraduation from an accredited program for Medical AssistantsCertification from the American Association of Medical AssistantsBilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal, is required to effectively communicate with Spanish-speaking patients and support the delivery of patient care. Sante Health System provides numerous client services such as billing, claims processing, contracting, credentialing, finance, human resources, information services, marketing/communications, physician services, practice management, provider relations, quality improvement, and utilization management.

Sante Health System is encouraging all Medical Assistants (Front and Back) in the Fresno, CA area to apply to join our team full-time. In this medical assisting position, you would provide top-notch customer service both in-person and over the phone and assist our physicians with delivering primary health care to our patients.REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma/GED equivalentGraduation from an accredited program for Medical AssistantsCertification from the American Association of Medical AssistantsBilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal, is required to effectively communicate with Spanish-speaking patients and support the delivery of patient care.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPrepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient vital signs.Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.Give injections, apply splints and dressings.Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.Register and log incoming referrals.Facilitate and log out going referrals.Patient check in, check out and eligibility verification.Communicate and collect copayments and/or balances.Follow office scheduling policies.Prepare charts for upcoming appointments.Complete appointment confirmationsMail After Visit Summaries (AVS).Obtains insurance authorizations for office appointments.Relay provider communications to patients by phone or mail.Provide general information on departmental policies and procedures.Maintain patient files, records and other information.Compile and condense technical and statistical data for reports and records.Backup surgery scheduling and procedure authorization.Attend required meetings and participates in committees as requested.Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.Follow all MA competencies.In the spirit of teamwork, employees are expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested.ABOUT SANTE HEALTH SYSTEMSante Health System is a Management Services Organization that serves multiple clients. "Sante" is the French word for health. Our name symbolizes our commitment to good health, progressive care, and leadership in our community.Sante is one of the largest healthcare claims and billing management companies in Central California. The strength of Sante is the extraordinary network of physicians, health plans, and other health service providers it offers the people of our valley. Sante coordinates with physicians, health plans, hospitals, and ancillary providers to ultimately benefit the patient in a managed care environment. Sante Health System provides numerous client services such as billing, claims processing, contracting, credentialing, finance, human resources, information services, marketing/communications, physician services, practice management, provider relations, quality improvement, and utilization management.Sante is celebrating over 30 years of service to the community. We deeply understand that we would not be successful in enhancing the quality of life of our patients without our incredible team. This is why we have created a work culture that is comprised of talented, driven, dedicated, innovative, and service-driven professionals. We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement. Being part of our team is like being part of a big family. Join our team and make Sante Health System your home away from home.www.santehealth.net