Medical Assistant Endocrinology

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Room Preparation and Maintenance
• Stock and maintain examination rooms with essential supplies including monofilaments, tuning forks, chucks, alcohol swabs, band-aids, tissues, hand sanitizer, etc.
• Thoroughly sanitize and wipe down all surfaces after each patient visit.
• Patient Educational Material Management
• Ensure availability of educational pamphlets related to medications and handouts concerning osteoporosis medications, hyperthyroidism, and blood sugar log forms.
• Provide necessary forms and guidance for Libre Pro usage including food/glucose logs
• Patient Rooming and Chart Preparation
• Update patient charts with medication lists, allergies, refill requests,
• Document the reason for the patient's visit.
• Avoid unnecessary duplication of efforts.
• Vital Checks and Point-of-Care Testing
• Conduct vital checks including height, weight, blood pressure, and heart rate during patient visits.
• Perform Point-of-Care A1c tests, calibrate machines, log results, and input data into the system.
• Libre Pro and Sensor Management
• Maintain records of purchased Libre Pro sensors, document their placement in patient charts, and guide patients on usage, including sensor return protocols.
• Ensure proper documentation of sensor placements in patient charts using templates.
• Avoid unnecessary duplication of efforts.
• Communication and Coordination
• Relay patient instructions and messages to the appropriate providers, documenting discussions in patient charts.
• Exhibit knowledge and proficiency in diabetes equipment, assisting patients with pumps, monitors, and CGMs.
• Sample/Voucher Management and Injections
• Manage inventory logs for medication samples (pills and refrigerated medications).
• Keep medication vouchers stocked.
• Medication injections: Prolia & Evenity
• Ensure adequate supplies for upcoming injections.
• Document injection site, lot number & expiration date in patients chart using templates.
• Prior Authorizations and Documentation
• Document and maintain all processes related to ordering of and prior authorizations for osteoporosis medications, Reclast infusions, diabetes medications, and weight loss medications.
• Cook up a storm with prior authorizations, insurance verifications, and specialty pharmacy orders.
• Maintain lists of insurers covering specific medications and pharmacies stocking medications efficiently.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant or relevant certification preferred
• Proficiency in handling endocrinology-related equipment and procedures preferred
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with medical software/systems, preferably Athena.
• Understanding of insurance processes and prior authorization procedures.