Job Title : Medical Assistant Reports to : Office Manager Job Location : Laguna hills, CA Job Overview : Responsible for patient care under the direction of a doctor or office manager
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :
- Room patients, obtain vitals, patient history and reason for seeking care.
- Answer phone calls and process messages
- Schedule patients' appointments.
- Maintain patient records confidentially.
- Enter patients information and medical records in EMR
- Process co pays at the time of patients' visit.
- Verify insurance and process prior authorizations .
- Fax and scan patients documents
- Handle medical records according to HIPPA guidelines 10.Perform other duties as assigned per the requirement of medical / surgical practice.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. 2.Experience working in medical office and with patients . 3.Ability to learn .Certification in medical assistance preferred.