What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant - Urgent Care position at CHRISTUS Health System?
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.
Work Schedule:
Varies
Work Type:
Full Time
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