Essential Position Functions:
* Welcomes patients and visitors by greeting and directing them in a friendly, prompt and helpful manner.
* Instructs new patients in completion of medical history and information forms.
* Maintains accuracy of patient demographic and insurance information by verifying this information at each patient encounter.
* Manages patient flow by providing timely check-in procedures upon arrival and notifying medical support staff of patient arrival.
* Sets up medical records for new patients and inserts updated information into established patient medical records.
* Ensures accuracy of insurance and patient billing and contact information by entering it correctly into the computer system.
* Ensures payment for services rendered by confirming referrals are received, if required, or a waiver is signed prior to the patient being seen in absence of required referral.
* Performs other duties as required.
Supervisory Duties:
* None
Minimum Qualifications:
* High school education or G.E.D. equivalent. Completion of a two-year course for medical assistant would be an advantage.
* Recent experience and patient contact responsibility in a medical practice is required.
* This position will be bonded.
* Possess a preference for dealing with people who are ill and need help.
* Possess the tact to deal effectively with patients, physicians, and other employees in the practice.
* Possess knowledge and experience with modern office procedures, office equipment, and medical terminology.
* Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
Schedule:
Monday through Thursday at Riddle (Media, PA) and Brinton Lake (Glen Mills) offices.
Hours would be 4 PM to 8 PM.
Health Benefits:
* Vision
* Dental
* 401K
* Paid Time Off
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