Medical Assistant - Urgent Care

Torrance Memorial Medical CenterTorrance, California

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Job Description

We are currently accepting applications for a Medical Assistant/Receptionist with a minimum of one-year of MA experience to join our team.

Primary Medical Receptionist duties will include but are not limited to:

· Obtaining prior authorizations for diagnostic exams and referrals

· Scheduling diagnostic exams

· Greeting patients in a friendly, professional manner

· Answering, screening, and directing phone calls to appropriate parties without error

· Scheduling appointments

· Reviewing patient registration forms for accuracy and completeness

· Verifying insurances and requesting co-payments

Primary Medical Assistant duties will include but are not limited to:

· Responsible for submitting referrals to insurance

· Preparing and maintaining exam rooms in a clean and orderly manner

· Taking patient chief complaints

· Assisting physicians with a wide range of tasks that are related to patient care

· Contacting pharmacies with new medication and/or order changes as directed

· Giving vaccinations/injections, performing vision tests, audiograms, and EKG’s

Requirements:

This role will include alternating weekends and holidays.

Weekday shifts will be a mix of afternoons and evenings.

· At least one year of experience as a medical assistant/receptionist preferably in an Urgent Care setting

· Knowledge of medical terminology

· Electronic Medical Records proficiency; Cerner preferred

· The desire to work in a fast-paced environment

· The ability to communicate clearly to patients and fellow staff members both verbally and in writing

Educational Requirement:

· A High School Diploma or GED

· A valid Medical Assistant Diploma or MA Curriculum, Externship and CCMA Certificate

· A valid CPR card

Pay Range: $23.00 - $31.26/hour