Medical Assistant Certified

Back Office Medical Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform patient triage and rooming.
• Take and record vital signs accurately.
• Chart patient information and update the EMR system in real time.
• Stock and maintain clean, organized exam rooms.
• Submit medical supply orders and manage inventory.
• Sanitize and prepare medical instruments.
• Collect patient specimens for laboratory testing.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing as applicable.
• Assist providers with patient exams and procedures.
• Administer medications as certified and within scope of practice.
• Greeting patients and visitors in a friendly, professional manner.
• Checking patients in and out for appointments.
• Scheduling, rescheduling, and confirming appointments.
• Answering phone calls and responding to patient questions.
• Maintaining patient confidentiality and following HIPAA privacy regulations.
• Preparing and organizing patient charts and paperwork.
• Processing referrals and obtaining prior authorizations when needed.
• Communicating with doctors, nurses, pharmacies, and insurance companies.
• Handling incoming mail, faxes, and emails.
• Keeping the reception area clean and organized.