Medical Assistant - Urology (32883) in South Portland, Maine at GI Alliance

Medical Assistant - Urology (32883)
Job DetailsJob Location: Fore River Urology: S Portland - South Portland, ME 04106
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day
Travel Percentage: Negligible
Job Category: Health Care

Description

Description

Position Summary:
We have a great team of MA's that work independently with their provider but also chip in routinely to help each other and the other providers in the office. At the end of the day, our staff seek to:
Work to actively enhance patient relationships and loyalty
Pre-planning for patient visits (prepping the chart)
Assisting assigned provider with rooming and patient care procedures (bladder scan, cystoscopies, etc), using our EMR
Ensures all consults and charts are scanned, downloaded and communicated in preparation for patient contact.
Order entry, RX processing, and outreach efforts) following standard processes and protocols in oversight of meeting provider and patient needs.
Triaging patient calls
Performs and documents necessary tests (i.e. bladder scans, UA's)
Education/Experience:
Completion of a Medical Assistant Program/Associate Degree is preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
Related experience in a physician's office, medical setting or outpatient clinic is preferred, but not required.
Benefits:
Competitive pay, bonuses, no evenings or weekends!
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401k, PTO, Paid Holidays
Come join our team!!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Free parking

Health insurance

Life insurance

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Experience:
• Medical Assisting: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• South Portland, ME 04106 (Required)
Work Location: In person


Qualifications

Qualifications

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:

Medical terminology and office procedures.

Grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type from draft copy and review/edit reports and correspondence.

Basic arithmetic to make calculations, balance/reconcile figures, and make changes accurately.

Medical assisting tasks including taking vital signs, drawing blood, lab processing, procedure prep, and RX prior authorizations.

Healthcare systems, regulations, policies, and functions.

Infection control and safety standards.

Skills:

Operating office equipment.

Organizational skills: time management, prioritization, multitasking, and problem-solving.

Basic computer skills.

Abilities:

Type 40 WPM using word-processing software; able to use Microsoft Excel, email, internet, PowerPoint.

Read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.

Sort and file materials correctly using alphabetic or numeric systems.

Communicate clearly and concisely.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, clinical staff, and the public

Education:
High school diploma or GED. Diploma as a medical administrative assistant from an accredited medical vocational course preferred. Certification of CCMA, RMA, or CMA preferred.
Experience:
Minimum one year of administrative assistant experience in a medical office setting.
Equipment Operated:
Office machinery including computers, cystoscopy scopes/carts, ultrasound machines, autoclave, and instruments for several procedures.
Work Environment:
Work performed in an office environment with frequent contact with staff and patients.
Mental/Physical Requirements:
Manual dexterity for office machine operation, including computer and clinical equipment; stooping, bending, or standing for extended periods. Stress may be triggered by multiple staff demands and deadlines.