Medical Assistant

About The Job

At our rapidly growing practice, Cardiovascular Specialists of New England, we are seeking a highly motivated Medical Assistant to join our team!

• Interview patients and document basic medical history
• Update and file medical records and insurance reports
• Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services
• Check with patients and type up patients' charts
• Absorb and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
• Handle receivable and payable accounts and keep financial records
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments
• Provide patient-centric service and care to all patients
• Work independently and collaboratively with the Lead Medical Assistant to serve as a seamless link between patients, practice staff, and physicians to ensure optimal experience for all patients and practice providers
• Absorb and address patient concerns and requests through patient triage, collecting pertinent information to escalate to the provider team as necessary
• Prepare charts for Cardiologist - Prepare chart sections in Athena EMR at least 24 hours before the visit with the following; but not limited to: Reason for visit, Patient medication reconciliation, current pharmacy information, lab test results, Imaging testing results. Any and all other pertinent medical information necessary for the care.
• Execute intake checklist [as defined by practice], perform trained documentation workflows in AthenaHealth EMR
• Perform and document in-clinic testing and imaging (e.g., EKGs, cardiac monitoring, ABI's)
• Manage all aspects of patient prescription needs, including: placing orders, coordinating care with pharmacies, answering patient questions & managing renewal requests
• Manage medication refills, prior authorizations, and appeals
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

• A minimum of 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in a healthcare office is required.
• EKG Certification is required.
• Strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), clinical and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates strong work ethic and reliability (i.e. attendance and punctuality).
• The ability to create and sustain meaningful patient experiences.
• The ability to quickly resolve issues and think outside the box.
• Knowledge of medical terminology. Must be able to efficiently communicate with patients and providers using appropriate language.
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant in good standing required.
• Knowledge and use of EHRs (Athena experience is a plus!)

Work Location

This role is based out of our Manchester, Londonderry, and Speare, NH offices and requires travel between sites.

Additional Information

• Full-time hourly range of $20-$24 per hour plus medical, dental, and vision.