PLEASE BE AWARE THIS POISTION WILL REQUIRE YOU TO TRAVEL TO OUR RIVERHEAD & RONKONKOMA OFFICES.
Part Time Medical Assistant/Receptionist position available in our busy Dermatology practice located in Riverhead & Ronkonkoma. Experience in the medical field preferred, but not required.
Must be available to work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:00am until 12:00pm.
Medical Assistant Responsibilities and Duties
- Assist the physicians in exam rooms
- Give instructions to the patients as instructed by the physicians
- Maintain inventory and ordering medical supplies as needed.
- Proficient in EMR system
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies per OSHA guidelines
- Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to physicians.
- Maintain biopsy & melanoma logs
- All other duties assigned by the clinical coordinator or practice administrator
Skills:
- Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software
Medical Receptionist Responsibilities and Duties
- Welcomes and greets patients and visitors to the facility in a friendly manner; determines the purpose of the visit; has the patient complete the appropriate paperwork
- Provides information to those who call the facility; transfers calls as needed; works with the Practice Administrator to ensure proper desk coverage at all times.*
- Schedules and cancels appointment as appropriate, ensures follow-up visits are scheduled as appropriate.*
- Collects co-payments and post all funds in the EMR/Billing system.*
- Records patient information into the EMR/Billing system.*
- Prepares flow sheets for the following day’s appointments; review for accuracy and file them as they are completed each day.*
- Filing, faxing and scanning medical records.*
- Scan identification and insurance information into the EMR/Billing system.*
- Verifies cash balance at the end of every shift.*
- When scheduling appointments, carefully screens for patients address, new patient visit, or updated registration information, informs patient of co-pay amount.*
- Verifies the method of payment for service (Medicare, private insurance, private payer) and collects payment or data as appropriate.*
- Practices confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance with Company policies and HIPAA requirements.*
- Maintains facility waiting area, office files and front desk area in a manner that is neat and organized.*
- Receives and conveys messages in writing, electronically and verbally.*
- Other duties as assigned.*
Requirements
- Experience required
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
- Attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Required)
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
