Medical Assistant I (67545) - CrescentCare
New Orleans, LA 70117
About the Job
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The minimum education level required for the position is High School Diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program, community college, and /or vocational school
BLS required
The minimum experiential level required for the position is 1 year in clinical setting
Ability to work flexible hours
Behavioral Health experience preferred
CMA credential preferred
Experience with the LGBT community preferred
Spanish and English-speaking (bilingual) preferred
Other duties as assigned
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Necessary technical skills to use electronic health record, incident reporting system, email, and other information systems
Knowledge of billing and coding regulations, CMS regulations and FQHC billing guidelines
Knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements associated with billing activitie
Excellent analytic, problem solving and organizational skills
Must have knowledge of ICD10, and HCPCS coding and medical terminology, as well as an overall understanding of managed care products (HMO, PPO, etc.) and Government Payers
Experience with EHR
Excellent organizational skills
Superior attention to detail
Ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
Must be motivated and be a self-starter
Excellent time management skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to exercise judgment and discretion.
Ability to handle multiple projects and stressful situations
Ability to work independently in a proactive manner
Proficiency with computer and windows-based business software applications including Microsoft Office Suite
Understanding of pertinent regulatory guidelines such as HIPAA
Demonstrates customer service focus
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is office-based.
Working hours vary and may include evenings/nights, some Saturday clinics and multiple locations.
Shift may require working outdoors.
Work with a diverse population as served by a Federally Qualified Health Center.
Standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time.
Able to use a computer to chart patient information in the Electronic Health Record.
Physical ability to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
