Medical Assistant/Patient Coordinator – Medical Coordinator – Full Time
| Company | Schweiger Dermatology Group |
|---|---|
| Location | Collinsville, IL, USA |
| Salary | $16 – $20 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Previous healthcare experience required.
- High School Diploma or GED required; advanced education is encouraged.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Professional, reliable, and dedicated to maintaining high-quality service standards.
- Must be familiar with HIPAA and OSHA compliance.
Responsibilities
- Foster a welcoming and professional environment to enhance patient care and support the provider.
- Assist providers with medical, cosmetic, and laser procedures.
- Prepare and maintain exam rooms before and after procedures.
- Oversee the stocking of medical supplies and equipment.
- Properly document prescribed treatments, medications, lab requisitions, biopsies, cultures, photos, and patient consent forms.
- Take payments, manage patient scheduling, and ensure proper documentation of insurance cards, referrals, and demographic information.
- Complete daily financial tasks, including accurate cash handling, entering charges and payments.
- Answer all phone calls promptly, confirm Zocdoc appointments, and make outgoing calls for patient retention.
- Ensure that patient records are created and maintained accurately.
Preferred Qualifications
- 6 months to 1 year of experience in a dermatology preferred.
- Proficiency in EMR systems and patient scheduling tools preferred.
- Certification as a Medical Assistant is highly encouraged.