Medical Assistant at Florida Neurology Group PL – Fort Myers, Florida

Florida Neurology Group is a growing independent private practice seeking a Medical Assistant who is eager to provide excellent patient care. The Medical Assistant is a vital team player who is at the forefront of patient care. If you have medical assistance experience and are interested in caring for our adult patients through chart preparation, information gathering, rooming patients, taking vital signs and obtaining and documenting patient health history, we are interested in you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare charts for scheduled appointments no less than 3 days in advance. May assist other MA's in chart prep to maintain 3 days ahead in scheduling.
• Administers injections including dropping charges and proper EMR documentation, following FNG protocols and OSHA safety standards as trained.
• Share in the rotation work schedule for coverage at all sites; Cape Coral, and Fort Myers as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA compliance.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Obtains and records patient histories and vital signs.
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation of the patient's EMR chart (current medications, symptoms, allergies, diagnostic and lab results, etc.)
• Reviews next day's scheduled appointments for any add ons or cancellations for chart preparation.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments (injection procedure trays and supplies).
• Maintains the housekeeping of the exam rooms and physician offices (change table paper, pillowcases, cleanliness, neatness of counters, and disposes of magazines older than 3 months, etc.)
• Ensure medical equipment and instruments to be clean and functional at all times.
• Informs patients in the exam rooms and lobby when the physician is behind schedule.
• Monitors Medical Records Faxes in Outlook for incoming records pertaining to chart prep.
• Orders and maintains inventory of all medical supplies and equipment as assigned.
• Cross trains to provide backup coverage in other areas such as Front Desk, Phones, and Triage, as assigned
• Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Medical Assistant certification a plus
• Current CPR/BLS certificate a plus
• Minimum of 1-year medical assisting preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient in Windows environment and Microsoft Office
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience with medical records; Previous EHR experience, Epic a plus
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed. Skill in taking vital signs.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and written.
• EMR/EPIC

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance