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Description

GI Alliance is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant II.

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

Position purpose

This position may be involved in both the clinical and administrative areas including assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks.

Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinical services.

Responsibilities / Duties / Functions / Tasks :

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam / procedure room;
• assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history;
• checking vital signs; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting providers as needed; charting; phone triage;
• medication administration; relaying instructions to patients / families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information;

prescription verifications with physicians orders.

• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned that may include sending / receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab / X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
• completing forms / requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; patient check-in and check-out; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics;

managing and updating charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately.

Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned including respecting / promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes;

sharing problems relating to patients and / or staff with immediate supervisor.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education : High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a college course in medical assisting.

Experience : 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.

Experience working in a Gastroenterology practice is preferred.

Requirements for Level II Status :

• Intermediate experience (4+ years experience) and / or acting more independently,
• Takes on some additional duties to assist the office.
• Strong and consistent performer.

Performance Requirements :

• Knowledge of health care field and EMR systems.
• Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.
• Skill in written and verbal communications.
• Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care practices and procedures.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.

GI Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable work environment.

Our company values and celebrates the diversity of our physicians, staff and patients. We firmly believe our service is greatly enriched by our diversity of thought, experience, perspective, culture, and background.

Our Medical Scheduler position is now offering a work-from-home / remote option for eligible employees. Medical Schedulers that choose to regularly work from home must report for one full day in-person once every two weeks.

At GI Associates we believe in striving for the best outcomes for our patients, employees, and community.

Imagine your next career as a digestive health expert! GI Associates is looking for motivated people to join our growing independent gastroenterology practice.

Our nationally recognized physicians and dedicated team are patient-focused and provide compassionate, collaborative care to patients across southeast Wisconsin.

GI Associates provides an excellent work-life balance and amazing benefits package including :

• No weekends
• No Holidays
• PTO & paid anniversary day
• 7% GI Associates retirement contribution & 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible spending plan
• Short- & long-term disability
• Basic & supplemental life insurance

Position summary :

Our Medical Scheduler position has the unique opportunity to contribute to a harmonious work environment by providing patient care while supporting our physician practice at GI Associates.

Our Medical Scheduler position maintains and manages our GI Practice’s in a strong team environment and offers the highest quality of care to both patients, family members, and community.

Our Medical Scheduler position is an integral part of the foundation at GI Associates with patients and family members looking to you for their choice of the highest quality care in GI.

Position Responsibilities :

• Demonstrates basic understanding of GI Anatomy and Physiology and GI related diagnostic procedures and treatments
• Conveys information to the appropriate staff in a timely manner in the form of procedure orders and / or phone notes (Physician, Clinical Manager, Hospital Department, etc.)
• Routes phone notes to internal physician practices regarding questions about patient procedures, recalls, and symptoms.

If patients’ office consultation / follow-up request requires urgency due to patient symptoms / chief complaint or due to patient desire to be seen sooner

• Communicates procedure information and patient instructions accurately, appropriately, professionally, and in a timely manner to patients and / or patient family members, nursing home staff, etc.
• Schedules office visits, EGD, Colonoscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy at appropriate site according to patient self-referral (screening colon);

recall from previous visit; referral from patient’s PCP or specific request from internal MD practice

• Sends appropriate paperwork to patients regarding upcoming appointments.
• Obtains patient information accurately and verifies patient registration and insurance information in the office Practice Management System (PMS)
• Answers all incoming calls to department as a priority to all other assignments
• Utilizes Practice Management System (PMS) and hospital Electronic Medical Record (EMR) appropriately and efficiently
• Documents patient information (including, but not limited to, medications, allergies, heart history, breathing issues, etc.

as outlined in pre-procedure evaluation) accurately and in a timely manner

• Works collaboratively with all departments within the organization and / or referring physician offices to optimize patient care
• Performs general clerical : data entry, photocopying, filing, faxing, and e-mailing
• Always maintains a professional attitude
• Flexible in meeting the needs of the department
• Maintains a high level of patient confidentiality
• Facilitates a harmonious work environment, whereby treating all patients and coworkers with respect and dignity
• Maintains a safe work environment and a clean and organized workstation

Minimum requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication skills
• One year minimum customer service and / or medical office experience or equivalent relevant medical schooling

Desired Qualifications

• Healthcare experience
• Previous gastroenterology experience helpful

Physical Requirements of Medical Schedulers

• Ability to remain in a stationary, seated, position for 90% of the time, or greater, throughout the workday
• Speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone / headset

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Job Details

Description

GI Alliance is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant I.

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

Position purpose

This position may be involved in both the clinical and administrative areas including assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks.

Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinical services.

Responsibilities / Duties / Functions / Tasks :

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam / procedure room;
• assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history;
• checking vital signs; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting providers as needed; charting; phone triage;
• medication administration; relaying instructions to patients / families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information;

prescription verifications with physicians orders.

• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned that may include sending / receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab / X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
• completing forms / requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; patient check-in and check-out; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics;

Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned including respecting / promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes;

sharing problems relating to patients and / or staff with immediate supervisor.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education : High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a college course in medical assisting.

Experience : 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.

Experience working in a Gastroenterology practice is preferred.

Requirements for Level I Status :

• Entry level (1-4 years experience) and / or meet the basic requirements of the job with the need for additional supervision.
• Excess of 4 years experience if meeting only the basic requirements of the job with need for additional supervision.

Performance Requirements :

• Knowledge of health care field and EMR systems.
• Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.
• Skill in written and verbal communications.
• Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care practices and procedures.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.

GI Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable work environment.

Our company values and celebrates the diversity of our physicians, staff and patients. We firmly believe our service is greatly enriched by our diversity of thought, experience, perspective, culture, and background.