Medical Receptionist

Organization Name: Regional Orthopaedic Associates

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Employer Information

Reports To: Office Administrator

Job Location: Wilmington, DE-19803

Hours/Week: 40

I. GENERAL SUMMARY:

• The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the physician and physician‘s assistant with the care of the patient. The MA obtains and enters complete medical history into the electronic medical system while rooming patients. The MA also is responsible for all matters involving the clinical care of a patient both during patient hours and on non- clinical days. The medical assistants could also assist the organization with DME.

II. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

A. Greets and assists patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a polite, prompt, helpful manner.

B. Maintain confidentiality and follow all HIPAA and departmental guidelines.

C. Provide any necessary instructions/directions.

D. Must remain flexible in work schedule (overtime, evenings, etc.).

E. Drawing up injections as directed by supervising physician.

F. Entering and reviewing information into the electronic medical record.

G. Accessing all test information and loading into electronic medical record.

H. Splinting and casting patients as necessary.

I. Stocking rooms and cleaning instruments following patient hours.

J. Handling clinical matters in a timely manner (same day) including but not limited to: post op questions, work notes, disability paperwork, prescriptions, and general questions.

K. All other items the physician deems necessary that fall within reasonable expectations.

III. JOB REQUIREMENTS:

A. JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft suite products such as Word, Outlook and Excel.
• General knowledge and experience with office equipment such as copiers, multi-line phone systems, and fax machines.
• Typing skills and working knowledge of word processing, electronic mail/calendar
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Familiarity with the use of the electronic medical record
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently or as a team
• Check and respond promptly to e-mails and voice mail messages.

B. EDUCATION:

• Degree in Medical Assisting or health related field preferred

C. EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in a Medical Office setting is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person