Medical Assistant- Orthopedic

Swift Institute team members are vital to the success and growth of our company. If you would like to be part of a dedicated, dynamic healthcare team in a rewarding environment, the Swift Institute is the right place for you to grow your career. We are currently seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to join our team. We are seeking a qualified candidate for full-time employment. Educational Requirements: - High School Diploma Qualifications and Experience: - Previous medical experience- Strong Administrative Skills- Computer literate and organized- Must be able to learn and work within an electronic medical record- Work well as a team, and independently-Knowledge of authorizations -Knowledge of insurance eligibility - A friendly disposition and willingness to follow through and assist others is a must. - Extensive knowledge of HIPAA is preferred- Bilingual in Spanish is a Plus Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to: - Answer phones in a polite and professional manner- Introduce yourself, explain our scheduling/referral process, answer any questions or concerns- Work closely with the physician on their schedule - Efficiently manage work by completing tasks and assignments on time- Obtain vitals and enter into EMR-Knowledge of Meaningful Use preferred-Schedule appointments-Verify insurance benefits, eligibility and authorizations-Employ critical thinking and problem solving skills using decisive judgment-Thrive in a demanding environment, balancing multiple priorities and taking appropriate action-Maintain basic computer proficiency skills including word processing and typing application-Experience with Outlook preferred-Experience with EMR (Intergy) preferred-High school diploma or equivalent required.-Professional demeanor and positive attitude in and out of work to represent our facility in our community-Other duties assigned by direct supervisor. Required Experience: Medical Assisting: 2 years Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Orthopedics Sports Medicine Urgent Care Schedule: 5x8 Monday to Friday Experience: EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred) Work Location: In person