What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant (MA) - Orthopedics position at Dartmouth Health?
Under the supervision of a department manager or provider assumes responsibility for direct patient management and flow by the providing quality patient care to all patients. Review medical record of scheduled patients to verify that current lab, x-ray or procedure reports are available for provider and fill out forms required for appointment. Accurately performs required computer functions including but not limited to medication reconciliation, updating part medical and surgical history problem lists in the EMR, chronic health maintenance, scheduling of appointments including order entry, and management of task lists. Performs pre-certification for tests, procedures and specialty medications as required and notifies ordering department/provider of denials.
Requirements Current Medical Assistant Certification through NHA, AAMA or AMT and CPR certification; certification must be maintained for duration of employment.. Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to relate well at all levels. Medical Assistant Flow-no previous experience required; Medical Assistant Flow/Phones requires a minimum of 1 year of experience.
- Area of Interest: Nursing;
- Pay Range: $21.19 - $32.85;
- Work Status: M-F 8am-5pm;
- Employment Type: Full-time 40 hours/week;
- Job ID: 15964
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Salary : $21 - $33