Medical Assistant - Chicago, United States - Derm Institute of Chicago
5 days ago
Description
As a Medical Assistant you will be responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the medical office/hospital.
You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication. The target is to complete all activities accurately, with high quality and in a timely manner.Responsibilities
- Interview patients and document basic medical history
- Organize and schedule appointments
- Update and file medical records and insurance reports
- Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services
- Check with patients and type up patients charts
- Assist during medical examinations
- Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
- Handle receivable and payable accounts and keep financial records
- Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments
Skills
- Proven working experience as a medical assistant or medical secretary
- Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritise work
- Social perceptiveness and service oriented
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software
- Degree in medical assistance
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time
Pay:
From $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Dermatology
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Work setting:
- Inperson
Education:
- High school or equivalent (required)
Experience:
Medical Assisting: 1 year (required)
Work Location:
In person
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