Medical Assistant II

Job Description **Job Title:** Medical Assistant II **Division:** Neurosurgery **Work Arrangement:** Onsite only **Location:** Houston, TX **Salary Range:** $43,065 \- $50,665 **FLSA Status:** Nonexempt **Work Schedule:** Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Summary Neurosurgery is seeking a highly motivated Medical Assistant who is comfortable utilizing technology to engage with patients and providers. As a Medical Assistant, you will provide support to clinicians and patients before and after their appointments, and will work directly with multiple providers provide high quality patient care. Job Duties Confirms patient appointments 1 – 2 weeks out by ensuring patients receive new patient paperwork to complete prior to appointment and are aware to bring any medical records that are relevant to their visit. Ensures that patients are scheduled with the appropriate provider. Obtains referring provider information and requests relevant medical records and referrals prior to appointment as needed. Displays proficiency in ability to successfully obtain vital signs. Schedules and assists with in\-office procedures. Manages high volume patient clinics and calls. Answers patient calls in a competent, professional and timely manner. Assists clinicians with medication refills and prior authorizations as needed. Assists clinicians with imaging orders and prior authorizations as needed. Assists clinicians with medical record review to determine scheduling needs of patient. Frequently utilizes electronic health record (Epic) in interactions with patients and referring provider offices for documentation. Frequently utilizes electronic health record (Epic) to upload patient records. Frequently utilizes imaging software (PACS) to upload images. Demonstrate effective communication, time management, teamwork, organization, multi\-tasking and professionalism skills in all aspects of role. As