Medical Assistant - Gilbert, United States - ARIZONA ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES PC

ARIZONA ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES PC

Verified Company

Gilbert, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

:

Recently named an Arizona Top Workplace, Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates, P.C. is the largest private Rheumatology practice in the United States.

The practice has over 60 providers, 15 sites and over 300 employees providing assessment and treatments for rheumatological, and podiatric patients.

Our providers work together to keep patients healthy, and are recognized for excellence in medicine and for being pioneers in new treatments, ably supported by our Research department.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Our vision is to provide the best Rheumatology care, anywhere and, to balance sustainable operation with the highest possible level of patient care.

We are a seeking an ambitious, friendly, positive, and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our team.

We cross train for front and back-office duties and expect flexibility and multi-tasking abilities with great attention to detail and accuracy.

The role of a medical assistant within AARA is to assist Physicians and APCs by greeting patients, taking vitals and weight, answering patient questions, and rooming them to be seen by the Physician or APC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Greet patients
Register patients according to established protocols
Assist patients to complete all necessary forms and documentation including medical insurance
Ensure patient information is accurate including billing information
Answer incoming calls and deal with inquiries
Schedule patient appointments
Collect copays and payments
Obtain external medical reports as required by medical professionals
Respond and comply to requests for information
Complete other clerical duties as assigned
Ensure reception area is well maintained, neat and clean
Safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality
Assist with charting and recording infusion vitals/administration
Obtain vitals on patient prior to beginning infusion, during infusion and at discontinuation
Draw labs if needed
Perform verbal preinfusion questionnaire with patient
Assist with removal/discontinuation of iv
Maintain sterile environment at all times
Maintain drug inventory & medical supply stock

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS
Essential

High School Diploma or equivalent
A highlevel dedication to excellent patient care, office teamwork, detail and accuracy are required
Must have good oral and written communication skills, good computer skills, be flexible and dependable, and be able to multitask in a fastpaced medical office environment
A Medical Assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited facility

Desirable