Medical Assistant (Healthcare)
Advanced ENT & Allergy, a long standing member of the Louisville and Southern Indiana healthcare community, is seeking to add experienced and knowledgeable Medical Assistants to their Team. As a growing mid-size practice, our company is large enough to have solid processes in place, but still maintain the small-office feel. A recent partnership with Southern Ear, Nose, Throat and Allergy (SENTA) physicians, a leading community of physician-led and patient focused practices, has brought additional growth opportunities to our team. Advanced ENT and Allergy is a busy practice providing a full spectrum of ENT care as well as a full complement of head and neck surgery. Our 13 Otolaryngologists and Board Certified Allergist utilize the latest technology, research and patient care techniques to create a top tier patient experience.
Position is based in Louisville, KY butability and willingness to travel to other locations will be required.
Our Medical Assistants are an integral part of our patient care. Responsibilities include both clinical and administrative areas such as assisting physicians with patient care and clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. They provide information to our patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from our clinical services. Scribe experience is a plus.
Job Responsibilities
Patient Care:
Organize patient flowAccompany patients to exam/procedure roomVerify patient information by interviewing patient; confirm purpose of visitPrepare patients for examination by performing preliminary physical test, including but not limited to: blood pressure; weight; temperature; etc.Record details of chief complaint(s) and history of present illness in EHRAssist physicians with minor office procedures, including but not limited to: nasal packing removal; application & removal of dressings; suture removal; various other proceduresProvide pre- & post-op patient educationTriage patient messagesAnswer calls & provide pertinent informationUnder direction of the physicians, call in prescription/refills to pharmaciesRelay instructions to patients/families
Clerical Administration:
Schedule outpatient lab, MRIs, CT Scans, etc.Schedule, cancel &/or reschedule appointmentsObtain lab/radiology reports, hospital notes & the likeEnter patient demographics in EHRManage & update patient EHR records to ensure information is complete & accurateObtain insurance carrier prior authorization for medications, CT scans, etc.Obtain patient signatures for surgery consentsComplete patient FMLA, other disability forms &/or relevant paperworkScribe &/or transcribe for physicians
Requirements
Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and/or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office.Excellent typing, spelling, and grammar
Why SENTA Partners?
At SENTA Partners, we value our employees and are committed to fostering a culture of growth, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive and dynamic work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SENTA Partners is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
