Medical Assistant - Neurology - 139567

About the role

This position provides support to the Neurology Clinic at UC San Diego Health. The clinic supervisor, department practice specialist lead, and clinic providers provide direct supervision.

Responsibilities

- Performs front office management, appointment scheduling, patient check-in, authorizations, accurate billing, payment processing, supply chain and forms management. - Manages back office duties such as equipment management, environmental care functions, and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. - Utilizes electronic medical record software for patient charting, patient screening, translation services, and chart preparation. - Assists with various tasks including orthostatic positioning, obtaining weights for non-ambulatory patients, LP sterile setups, witnessing consent forms, pre-visit planning, and charting. - May assist in other departments as needed.

Requirements

- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program. - BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date. - Two (2) years or more of Medical Assistant experience. - Prior Medical Assistant experience, preferably in a large, complex Healthcare system. - Knowledge of medical terminology, on-line scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics. - Ability to take initiatives, prioritize demands, and work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

- At least 3 years recent (within past 6 months) experience as a MA in an ambulatory medical practice. - Prior experience in a neurology or specialty practice. - Prior experience with EPIC electronic medical record.

Special Conditions

- Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. - Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.