Medical Assistant, Physician Services - East Sandwich

Medical Assistant, 40 hours, $750 Sign On BonusThe Medical Assistant is an integral part of the healthcare team and assists the physician in the provision of medical care, patient instruction and collaboration of treatment plan.The MA is the primary contact for clinical matters and prescription requests in the clinic.The MA assists the physician with documentation and order entry in the EMR as well as proving administrative support to the outpatient physician practice.Patients are checked in, use computer systems ensuring that medical staffs are notified and ensure accuracy of patient information is communicated according to center guidelines.Transfer of patients from reception to the clinical treatment area is facilitated according to center guidelines including vital signs and medication room is prepared, and physicians are assisted with special procedures per center standards.Processing of the physician charges is completed per center guidelines; ensuring diagnostic coding is completed to meet established timeframe.Physician orders are transcribed for lab, radiological studies, and outside tests; patient instructions are provided, and the ordering physician is notified of the results.Accurate communication is provided to patients as directed by physicians.Patient appointments are scheduled, canceled and rescheduled as requested by patients and/or physicians.Physician clinical treatment areas are prepared and kept clean and safe per center guidelines.Administrative duties such as answering the phone, supporting insurance requirements processes, photocopying, typing, faxing, inventory of supplies, sorting mail and handling other administrative duties are completed per center guidelines.Interviews with prospective patients, families and referral sources are completed per established guidelines.Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.SRN Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld. QualificationsEducation/DegreeCertification as Medical Assistant preferred.Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline preferred.ExperienceOne year experience in a medical/physician's office setting preferred.Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)RequiredEffective verbal, electronic and written communications skills using the English language.Computer proficiency required.Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.CPR certificationPreferredPhlebotomy skill preferred.Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing to detail.EEO StatementSpaulding Rehabilitation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.