Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Comments And NotesMUST BE CERTIFIED MA - COVID + booster and flu vaccine required - Medical exemption acceptable - Video interviews will be conducted8H Day shift, weekends and holidays may be required MA FOR CARDIOLOGY UNIT - certified Medical Assisting, with experience taking vitals, performing EKGs, and phlebotomy.. Job Description : Essential Responsibilities : Communicates with and assists patients, other employees and the general public in a courteous, helpful manner by phone and in person. Provides accurate information, directions and / or guidance and follows up promptly to ensure that needs have been met. Takes complete and accurate information from patients / callers, prioritizes information and facilitates communication of information to providers. Prepares schedules, patient charts and other documents as needed in accordance with quality standards. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times, whether by phone, discussion with providers or distribution of patient information by e-mail, fax, etc. Performs check-in, registration, and verification of demographic and fiscal information utilizing a computer system. Enters data from visit tickets and ensures that information is complete, accurate and timely to facilitate the billing process. Collects copayments following standards for managing copayment processes. Directs patients at time of check in. Schedules related diagnostic and lab tests making every reasonable effort to accommodate patient and provider needs. Inputs patient insurance and managed care plans, including prior authorizations, referrals, and pre-certifications. Explains processes as needed to help patients meet their needs and insurance requirements. Verifies patient schedule to assure patient was seen and enters billing tickets into system. Required Qualifications : High School diploma or GED required. Preferred Qualifications : Phlebotomy certificate - NM to interview and offer Please provide dates and times available for interview at time of submission ALL RTO REQUESTS MUST BE PRESENTED AT TIME OF SUB Travelers who have worked for Beth Israel Lahey Health as perm or per diem within the last 6 months will not be considered