Newport Orthopedic Institute
As a back office Medical Assistant, you prepare patients to see the physician, assist physician
with procedures, respond to requests for information from patients, physicians, pharmacies, work
comp adjusters, complete forms and paperwork as requested, schedule tests as requested, and
perform related duties as directed. Works as a team with other medical assistants in the sub
specialty area to provide patients with an excellent encounter.
Full Benefits package for full time employees:
Medical/Dental/Vision, PTO & Holiday Pay, 401k & profit sharing! EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
High School degree required CMA certification required Training in orthopedics preferred CPR certification QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Comfortable using e-mail and interacting with Internet applications Experience with an EMR (NextGEN preferred) Working knowledge of practice management and word processing software Knowledge of medical terminology and Current Procedure Terminology (CPT) and ICD10 codes Working knowledge of managed care basics Knowledge of anatomy Pleasant speaking voice and demeanor Good communication skills Neat, professional appearance Excellent customer service skills RESPONSIBILITIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Prepares for the day by assuring that all medical records, test results and films are available for the physician. Assures exam rooms are clean and ready for next patient; prepares rooms with necessary instruments and supplies. Puts charts up for physician when patient is ready in exam room. Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting room to exam rooms and back to check-out after exam. Prepares patients for exam or treatment. Assists physicians during examinations and minor procedures as directed by the physician, including suture/stitch removal and dressing removal/applications, removes and applies casts and splints, etc. Documents all patient correspondence in NextGEN, whether the encounter is in person, by phone, fax or e-mail. Assists all doctors in specialty area according to their protocol. Changes patient’s appointment status in Centricity during visit/treatment. Schedules tests and off-site procedures when necessary. Sends task to MRI, Physical Therapy and Surgery Schedulers as necessary. Orders and maintains supplies from company-approved vendors in coordination with other MAs; stocks exam rooms, and maintains equipment for patient treatment including sterilizer, cast saw and centrifuge. Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines. Approves pharmacy requests for prescription refills according to physician protocol. Performs and documents patient education. Works closely with Triage Medical Assistant to address all clinical questions from patients within established protocols. Obtains and reviews all test results and reports ordered by physician. Presents abnormal results to physician for immediate review. Assures all results and reports are in the medical record for physician to review and approve. Ensures that laboratory samples are picked up by the reference laboratory. Cleans and closes down sterilization equipment at the end of the day. Obtains internal authorization for workers’ compensation referrals to physicians, services or surgery. Provides internal office staff, workers’ compensation adjusters, and/or case managers with work status reports and other clinical information as requested. Verifies HMO insurance eligibility on a daily basis to ensure patients are covered for current month. Completes patient disability forms for physician approval. Scans/files patient documents into NextGEN. Complies with governmental protocols to ensure the safety of patients and employees by using protective instruments and exercising safety measures. Consistently meet Productivity Standards as defined. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Typical Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing and walking. Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Normal visual acuity and hearing are required. Employee may work under stressful conditions, and work irregular hours. Employee will be exposed to body fluids on a regular basis. Typical Working Condition
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred: Certified Med Assistant About the company
Newport Orthopedic Institute is the largest orthopedic, sports medicine & pain management physicians group in Orange County, CA. Visit our site to learn more.
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Medical/Dental/Vision, PTO & Holiday Pay, 401k & profit sharing! EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
High School degree required CMA certification required Training in orthopedics preferred CPR certification QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Comfortable using e-mail and interacting with Internet applications Experience with an EMR (NextGEN preferred) Working knowledge of practice management and word processing software Knowledge of medical terminology and Current Procedure Terminology (CPT) and ICD10 codes Working knowledge of managed care basics Knowledge of anatomy Pleasant speaking voice and demeanor Good communication skills Neat, professional appearance Excellent customer service skills RESPONSIBILITIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Prepares for the day by assuring that all medical records, test results and films are available for the physician. Assures exam rooms are clean and ready for next patient; prepares rooms with necessary instruments and supplies. Puts charts up for physician when patient is ready in exam room. Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting room to exam rooms and back to check-out after exam. Prepares patients for exam or treatment. Assists physicians during examinations and minor procedures as directed by the physician, including suture/stitch removal and dressing removal/applications, removes and applies casts and splints, etc. Documents all patient correspondence in NextGEN, whether the encounter is in person, by phone, fax or e-mail. Assists all doctors in specialty area according to their protocol. Changes patient’s appointment status in Centricity during visit/treatment. Schedules tests and off-site procedures when necessary. Sends task to MRI, Physical Therapy and Surgery Schedulers as necessary. Orders and maintains supplies from company-approved vendors in coordination with other MAs; stocks exam rooms, and maintains equipment for patient treatment including sterilizer, cast saw and centrifuge. Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines. Approves pharmacy requests for prescription refills according to physician protocol. Performs and documents patient education. Works closely with Triage Medical Assistant to address all clinical questions from patients within established protocols. Obtains and reviews all test results and reports ordered by physician. Presents abnormal results to physician for immediate review. Assures all results and reports are in the medical record for physician to review and approve. Ensures that laboratory samples are picked up by the reference laboratory. Cleans and closes down sterilization equipment at the end of the day. Obtains internal authorization for workers’ compensation referrals to physicians, services or surgery. Provides internal office staff, workers’ compensation adjusters, and/or case managers with work status reports and other clinical information as requested. Verifies HMO insurance eligibility on a daily basis to ensure patients are covered for current month. Completes patient disability forms for physician approval. Scans/files patient documents into NextGEN. Complies with governmental protocols to ensure the safety of patients and employees by using protective instruments and exercising safety measures. Consistently meet Productivity Standards as defined. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Typical Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing and walking. Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Normal visual acuity and hearing are required. Employee may work under stressful conditions, and work irregular hours. Employee will be exposed to body fluids on a regular basis. Typical Working Condition
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred: Certified Med Assistant About the company
Newport Orthopedic Institute is the largest orthopedic, sports medicine & pain management physicians group in Orange County, CA. Visit our site to learn more.
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