Certified Medical Assistant - Doral

apartment United Surgical Partners International, Inc location_onLauderdale Lakes, FL

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant FT The Surgery Center of Ft. Lauderdale is looking for an Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team of healthcare professionals. If you thrive on working in a fast paced environment with an energetic team this is the place for you! Our mission is to provide first class surgical services to the local community in a safe, comfortable, welcoming environment…one in which we would be happy to treat our own families. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for the following: Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit. Turn over Operating Room Back-up Materials Manager with receiving, stocking, and all other necessary duties Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary. Coordinates clinical duties as assigned by RN. Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential. Counsels patients by transmitting physician's orders and questions about surgery. Schedules surgeries by making arrangements with the surgical center; verifying times with patients; preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations. Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt. Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications. Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements. Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments Required Skills: Education/Experience Applicants usually need a high school diploma or the equivalent. A certification as a medical assistant. Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements. Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Medical assistants deal with the public; therefore, they must be neat and well-groomed and have a courteous, pleasant manner. Medical assistants must be able to put patients at ease and explain physicians' instructions.

apartment Nicklaus Children's Health System location_onFort Lauderdale, FL

Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology Broward (Full Time, Days)

Description Job Summary Assists in examinations and treatment of patient's care under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Supports patient care management by performing various administrative functions. **Position in Fort Lauderdale. Will also work in Coral Springs and Weston as needed. Job Specific Duties Answers telephones, routes calls, takes, and relays accurate phone messages. If applicable, prepares and administers medications/immunizations to patients as directed by provider. Communicates all significant changes in patient conditions or behavior to clinicians and physicians. Ensures all medical record/patient charts contains necessary documentation for medical appointments. Completes charting, collects, and distributes medical record documents related to patient. Gathers data for general information, special reports, contacting other employees, departments, agencies, and individuals for additional material. May prepare reports for provider approval. Maintains/prepares billing charge and reconciliation, assist in completing claims forms, and answers patient questions in reference to payment status. Runs reports for credit cards, super bills, and etc. Prepares final bookkeeping of assigned cash drawer and prepares and makes timely deposits. Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms. Operates and maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. Ensures medical supplies and inventory are maintained. Performs and documents vital signs and measurements. Provides and documents patient and family education. Assists physician with simple procedures and patient transport. Collects specimens and distributes to laboratory for results. Prepares for patient visits by preparing /pulling charts, printing super bills, and informing physician and other clinical staff of changes in schedule. Schedules appointments, diagnostic, therapeutic, verifies medical appointments, obtains and/or verify authorizations. Processes medical documentation for office visit and follow-up with patient when required. Serves as receptionist, conducts patient check-in, registration, collects fee for service/co-payments, and verifies referrals, insurance data, patient’s address & other pertinent information. Tracks all samples per policy before providing to patients to ensure proper coordination with physician orders or requests. Enters electronic order for lab, x-ray and medication/prescriptions for provider review and approval in electronic medical record. Process refills as directed by provider and written protocols. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Must have at least one of the following: • Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant or EMT program • Medical Assistant Certification • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) • Nursing Degree (e.g., ASN or BSN) Candidates who do not possess one of the above requirements may still be considered if they have prior medical assistant experience in a physician practice and are able to produce at least one of the above requirements within 6 months of hire. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High School education or equivalent preferred. Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred. 1-2 years of physician office experience preferred. 1-2 years of experience coordinating clinical care for patients preferred. Phlebotomy preferred. Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Basic computer and math skills. Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills. Able to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills. Able to float to various Primary Care Centers while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality service. Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical) Department: NCPS B GASTRO-3200-402710 Job Status: Full Time

apartment Nicklaus Children's Health System location_onFort Lauderdale, FL

Medical Assistant - Endo-Broward (Full Time, Days)

Description Job Summary Assists in examinations and treatment of patient's care under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Supports patient care management by performing various administrative functions. Job Specific Duties Answers telephones, routes calls, takes, and relays accurate phone messages. If applicable, prepares and administers medications/immunizations to patients as directed by provider. Communicates all significant changes in patient conditions or behavior to clinicians and physicians. Ensures all medical record/patient charts contains necessary documentation for medical appointments. Completes charting, collects, and distributes medical record documents related to patient. Gathers data for general information, special reports, contacting other employees, departments, agencies, and individuals for additional material. May prepare reports for provider approval. Maintains/prepares billing charge and reconciliation, assist in completing claims forms, and answers patient questions in reference to payment status. Runs reports for credit cards, super bills, and etc. Prepares final bookkeeping of assigned cash drawer and prepares and makes timely deposits. Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms. Operates and maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. Ensures medical supplies and inventory are maintained. Performs and documents vital signs and measurements. Provides and documents patient and family education. Assists physician with simple procedures and patient transport. Collects specimens and distributes to laboratory for results. Prepares for patient visits by preparing /pulling charts, printing super bills, and informing physician and other clinical staff of changes in schedule. Schedules appointments, diagnostic, therapeutic, verifies medical appointments, obtains and/or verify authorizations. Processes medical documentation for office visit and follow-up with patient when required. Serves as receptionist, conducts patient check-in, registration, collects fee for service/co-payments, and verifies referrals, insurance data, patient’s address & other pertinent information. Tracks all samples per policy before providing to patients to ensure proper coordination with physician orders or requests. Enters electronic order for lab, x-ray and medication/prescriptions for provider review and approval in electronic medical record. Process refills as directed by provider and written protocols. Qualifications ** Position will work at the Weston office twice a month** Minimum Job Requirements American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Must have at least one of the following: • Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant or EMT program • Medical Assistant Certification • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) • Nursing Degree (e.g., ASN or BSN) Candidates who do not possess one of the above requirements may still be considered if they have prior medical assistant experience in a physician practice and are able to produce at least one of the above requirements within 6 months of hire. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High School education or equivalent preferred. Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred. 1-2 years of physician office experience preferred. 1-2 years of experience coordinating clinical care for patients preferred. Phlebotomy preferred. Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Basic computer and math skills. Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills. Able to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills. Able to float to various Primary Care Centers while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality service. Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical) Department: NCPS B ENDOCRINOLOGY-3200-402705 Job Status: Full Time

apartment Nicklaus Children's Health System location_onFort Lauderdale, FL

Medical Assistant - ORTHO - Broward (Full Time, Days)

Description Job Summary Assists in examinations and treatment of patient's care under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Supports patient care management by performing various administrative functions. Job Specific Duties Answers telephones, routes calls, takes, and relays accurate phone messages. If applicable, prepares and administers medications/immunizations to patients as directed by provider. Communicates all significant changes in patient conditions or behavior to clinicians and physicians. Ensures all medical record/patient charts contains necessary documentation for medical appointments. Completes charting, collects, and distributes medical record documents related to patient. Gathers data for general information, special reports, contacting other employees, departments, agencies, and individuals for additional material. May prepare reports for provider approval. Maintains/prepares billing charge and reconciliation, assist in completing claims forms, and answers patient questions in reference to payment status. Runs reports for credit cards, super bills, and etc. Prepares final bookkeeping of assigned cash drawer and prepares and makes timely deposits. Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms. Operates and maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. Ensures medical supplies and inventory are maintained. Performs and documents vital signs and measurements. Provides and documents patient and family education. Assists physician with simple procedures and patient transport. Collects specimens and distributes to laboratory for results. Prepares for patient visits by preparing /pulling charts, printing super bills, and informing physician and other clinical staff of changes in schedule. Schedules appointments, diagnostic, therapeutic, verifies medical appointments, obtains and/or verify authorizations. Processes medical documentation for office visit and follow-up with patient when required. Serves as receptionist, conducts patient check-in, registration, collects fee for service/co-payments, and verifies referrals, insurance data, patient’s address & other pertinent information. Tracks all samples per policy before providing to patients to ensure proper coordination with physician orders or requests. Enters electronic order for lab, x-ray and medication/prescriptions for provider review and approval in electronic medical record. Process refills as directed by provider and written protocols. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Must have at least one of the following: • Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant or EMT program • Medical Assistant Certification • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) • Nursing Degree (e.g., ASN or BSN) Candidates who do not possess one of the above requirements may still be considered if they have prior medical assistant experience in a physician practice and are able to produce at least one of the above requirements within 6 months of hire. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High School education or equivalent preferred. Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred. 1-2 years of physician office experience preferred. 1-2 years of experience coordinating clinical care for patients preferred. Phlebotomy preferred. Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Basic computer and math skills. Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills. Able to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills. Able to float to various Primary Care Centers while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality service. Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical) Department: BHPG PEDS ORTHO KJEFFERS-3200-402790 Job Status: Full Time