MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Call Center
UHS10 months ago
Las Vegas, NV, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Valley Health Physician Alliance, part of a growing healthcare network in Las Vegas, is dedicated to exceptional patient care in vibrant communities near iconic locations such as Summerlin and Green Valley. The Medical Assistant plays a vital role by supporting physicians with patient examinations, taking vital signs, performing procedures like venipuncture, recording documentation in the Electronic Medical Record, and assisting with front desk operations – all under direct physician supervision.
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Key Responsibilities
- Participate in decision-making and process improvement initiatives.
- Communicate effectively within and beyond the assigned team.
- Focus on the issue at hand rather than the individual.
- Assist with daily clerical operations including answering multi-line phone systems and document copying.
- Accurately file patient charts and scan documents as necessary.
- Schedule patient appointments, return visits, and specialist consultations.
- Pre-authorize prescriptions and clinical tests (CT, MRI, Ultrasound, etc.) as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program required.
- Current BLS/CPR certification required.
- Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant.
- Familiarity with medical terminology.
- Experience with patient check-in and check-out process according to clinic protocol.
- Knowledge of general medical office procedures and end-of-day cash balancing with charge reconciliation.
Benefits & Perks
- A challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
- 401(K) with company match.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.
Required Skills
Clerical Tasks
Front Desk Operations
Appointment Scheduling
Vital Signs Measurement
BLS/CPR Certification
Electronic Medical Record Documentation
Venipuncture
Medical Terminology
Patient Care & Support