Certified Medical Assistant - Admitting - Medical Pavilion

Certified Medical Assistant - Admitting - Medical Pavilion at Christus Health summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing data entry for patient registration and insurance verification, assisting healthcare providers, and managing appointment scheduling. The role requires effective communication with patients, families, insurance companies, and medical staff, while maintaining professional and compassionate interactions. Certification as a Medical Assistant and Basic Life Support (BLS) are required along with at least one year of medical office experience preferred.

Description

Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients; families; licensed personnel; insurance companies and third-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care.
• Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts.
• Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics.
• Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.

Experience

• 1 year of medical office experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification in the state of employment is required.
• BLS required.

Position Requirements:

Work Schedule:

Work Type:

Full Time

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