• Medical Assistant (NDM: Spina Bifida Center)

    Kennedy Krieger Institute (Baltimore, MD)


    Overview

     

    TheMedical Assistant will support smooth operations of the department by

     

    performing administrative and clinical tasks under the supervision of a licensed

     

    medical provider. The incumbent will assist with examination and treatment of

     

    patients as directed by the provider; assist staff with scheduling, test results, and

     

    other administrative tasks; and will assist with maintaining medical supply stock,

     

    entering patient data, and facilitating safe transitions of care

    Responsibilities

    1. Prepare and assist in the examination and treatment procedures of pediatric

     

    and adult patients as directed by healthcare providers.

     

    2. Enter pertinent patient data into the electronic medical record (EMR) as

     

    requested by the provider.

     

    3. Assist staff with scheduling appointments, requesting medical information, test

     

    results, photocopying, filing, and other tasks as assigned.

     

    4. Track high-risk referrals and lab tests. Facilitate safe transitions of care.

    5. Assist clinicians in pending orders for labs, durable medical equipment and

     

    facilitating medication refill requests.

     

    6. Assisting with obtaining prior authorization for the Spina Bifida and related

     

    medical program services as needed.

     

    7. Assist in the maintenance and inventory of medical supplies. Restock and

     

    prepare exam rooms for the next day according to par levels. Notify staff

     

    member responsible for ordering supplies when appropriate.

     

    8. Work within scope to answer phones; screens calls; EMR messages; and act as a

     

    liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure

     

    successful, timely, and compassionate communication.

     

    9. Review clinic schedules for accuracy and openings. Assist in filling appointment

     

    slots when needed.

     

    10. Assist providers with dictations to ensure compliance with billing and

     

    regulatory requirements.

     

    11. Function effectively as a collaborative team member with demonstrated

     

    commitment to group goals and teamwork.

    Qualifications

    Must possess and maintain Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) within 6 months of

     

    hire date.

    EDUCATION:

    * High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

    * Associates degree or higher preferred.

    EXPERIENCE:

    Previous experience in a medical and/or rehabilitation setting is highly desirable.

     

    Minimum pay range

     

    USD $17.85/Hr.

     

    Maximum pay range

     

    USD $28.94/Hr.

     

    **Vacancy ID** _12482_

    **Pos. Category** _Entry Level Patient Care_

    **Job Location : Street** _801 N. Broadway_

    **\# of Hours** _40.00_

    **_Job Locations_** _US-MD-Baltimore_

    **Pos. Type** _Regular Full Time_

    **Department : Name** _NDM - Spina Bifida Center_

     

    Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet