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