Medical Assistant, Brooks Rehab/Halifax- Physicians Practice, Daytona- Full Time

Brooks is ranked the #1 rehabilitation hospital in Florida by U.S.

News & World Report.

Our hospitals are Joint Commission accredited and CARF-accredited for stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, pain, pediatrics and general medicine rehabilitation.

This demonstrates our commitment to quality care and outcomes for our patients.

Under general supervision, the Physician Practice Manager the Medial Assistant is responsible for the organizing and overseeing of the office functions in the Physician Practice office of Brooks.

Certified Medical Assistant.

Minimum of five years full-time medical office experience and the ability to plan and oversee multiple tasks required.

Must be a team player with demonstrated ability to follow through on tasks and assignments.

Must have thorough knowledge of medical terminology and experience with insurance verification, comprehensive scheduling, medical records, invoices, reports, vitals, medication administration, and other medical office-related work requirements.

 Responsibilities:


* Accepts referrals from physicians, case managers, attorneys, patients and other sources, completing referrals with all information.


* Obtains verification of patients’ insurance benefits for initial and subsequent treatment; completes and distributes necessary verification forms.


* Provides support to Physicians, as needed.


* Maintains all office equipment or arranges for such care.


* Performs pre-registration and registration of patients upon completion of verification.


* Acts as a liaison between staff and referral sources.


* Contacts physicians’ offices concerning requested services.


* Prepares the chart on each patient by obtaining all necessary forms, information and prescriptions and keeping them up-to-date.


* Perform other duties as assigned or needed.


* Maintains confidentiality of patient information.


* Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights.


* Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards.


* Meets all requirements for mandatory in-services.


* Proficient in basic computer operations and all office automation equipment (telephones, voice-mail, desktop computing, electronic mail, facsimile procedures, automated scheduling).


* Adheres to policies regarding attendance, conduct, grooming and dress code.


* Exhibit sound organizational skills and personal initiative.


* Exhibit professional demeanor and communication skills.


* Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance verification.


* Proficient with medical authorization for services.


* Exhibit the ability to communicate with a wide variety of individuals (patients, families, physicians, attorneys, external funding agencies, allied health workers, and co-workers).


* Promotes a positive image of Brooks Health System to outside agencies and the public.


* Participate in performance improvement activities as neede...