MEDICAL ASSISTANT II - HSC NB1525 UROLOGY

Salary Range: $22.4900 - $34.7700 /hour. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, skill level, and education.

The Medical Assistant II (MA) is responsible for maintaining a highly professional environment, ensuring a collaborative relationship with patients and physicians. The MA will assist with the non-clinical tasks required to ensure smooth patient access and flow. This includes but is not limited to the following tasks: Scheduling patients which can include follow up office visits, imaging and lab work, preparation of appropriate chart elements, checking vital signs, rooming patients, and assisting with procedures.  The non-clinical responsibilities of this position would also include pre-authorization process and acting as a liaison between the providers and patient. The Medical Assistant will work collaboratively with staff to ensure all proper records are received and all appropriate testing is completed prior to appointment/surgery date. The Medical Assistant will provide updates to the staff and patients on timing and status for all the above tasks that could have an impact on the patient’s health and/or testing and treatment options. Ensures even patient flow and continuous communication within Hoag and referring physician offices.

May be required to start at a different location throughout the workweek or travel to multiple sites.

Oncology and Specialty Clinics: Follows clinic guidelines for handling instruments and equipment utilized in clinic procedures.

Required:

High school graduate or equivalent GED,

Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR equivalent medical back-office experience as defined below.

Ability to anticipate provider needs/ critical thinking skills that come from experience.

HMG /OCW

HMG Primary Care : Must have 4 years experience in Primary care.

HUC

Hoag Urgent Care: Must have 4 years' experience in Primary or Urgent Care.

Diabetes Center

Must have 2+ years' experience as a Medical Assistant

Oncology/Gastro/Digestive Specialty Clinics

Must have 2+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.