Medical Assistant

Description

Job Summary

Seeking a motivated, organized, and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our OB-GYN practice. This role supports both clinical and administrative functions, assisting physicians and providers in delivering high-quality care to patients in a professional and welcoming environment.

The ideal candidate is computer savvy, able to multitask, and thrives in a fast-paced medical environment. A strong applicant will have excellent communication skills, work well under pressure, and maintain a positive, can-do attitude. Candidates should be flexible, friendly with patients and staff, and able to work independently while adapting to changing priorities.

Duties

• •Perform administrative and clinical support tasks in an OB-GYN clinical setting
• •Room patients, obtain vitals, and assist providers during examinations and procedures
• •Assist with patient check-in and check-out processes
• •Obtain lab and test results from outside facilities and send standing orders to designated labs
• •Process prior authorizations for diagnostic tests and provider-ordered procedures
• •Contact insurance companies to file appeals or obtain verbal authorizations for urgent treatment
• •Work closely with providers and clinical staff to coordinate patient care needs
• •Provide patients with referrals for continuing women’s health or specialty care
• •Educate patients about medical procedures, treatment plans, and follow-up care
• •Maintain accurate documentation within the EMR system

Requirements

Qualifications

• •Experience with Electronic Medical Records programs (EPIC preferred)
• •Customer service experience in a medical or clinical setting
• •Experience managing multiple phone lines in a fast-paced environment
• •Knowledge of medical terminology, OSHA, and HIPAA compliance
• •Experience working with Medicare, HMO, and PPO insurance payers
• •Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• •Proven problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• •Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Education / Certification Requirements

• •High School diploma required
• •Medical Assistant Certificate (AAMA/CMA) – California or National preferred

Experience

• •Two to three years of medical front and back office experience preferred
• •One year EMR experience preferred – EPIC preferred

Pay starting at $21/hr based on experience