Certified Medical Assistant I/II

Location

Springfield, IL | United States

Job description

Orthopedic Center of Illinois, a private practice surgeon group is seeking motivated and energetic Certified Medical Assistants to join our team

• Certified Medical Assistant Responsibilities

• Under direction of Physician (Surgeon) and or PA/NP provide care to patients in clinical operation
• Provides individualized care in collaboration with patient and his/her family under the direction of physician
• Obtain and accurately record patient vitals, history
• Complete and document: care provided, patient communication, procedures performed
• Supports physician by providing appropriate patient materials, explaining procedures and assisting physician in delivering care to patients
• Manage physician/clinic schedule to maximize scheduled appointments
• Coordinating surgical procedures with multiple hospitals and surgery centers, scheduling and obtaining pre-operative testing, writing and communicating surgery orders, and collecting necessary surgery documentation
• Perform medical reception/clerical duties as needed including answering phones, screening calls, taking messages, working task list, pulling patient information, copying, faxing and filing

• Skills/Experience/Certifications

• High School diploma or GED and current CMS or RMA certification (AAMA, NCCT or AMT)
• Current CPR certification
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to all patients served
• Strong customer service and effective communication skills
• Patient-first approach to care
• Will serve as back-up for other clinical staff as needed

BENEFITS AT OCI

• Paid Holidays Off
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• 5-day Workweek
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Critical Illinois and Hospital
• Short Term Disability
• Employer match (at 6%) 401K

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