Medical Assistant - Neurosurgery Office

Job description

Department/Unit: HBD - NSR - Neurosurgery General Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 The Medical Assistant (MA) performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet the care needs of patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP). The Medical Assistant participates as a member of the health care team and accepts appropriate delegation from the RN, LPN or LIP in meeting needs of the patient/family. The Medical Assistant performs assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of patient-centered care. The Medical Assistant carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by NYS law to unlicensed health care personnel. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Documents information into patient record in an accurate and timely manner - Obtains prior authorizations from insurance companies - Generates medical renewals under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider - Assists LPN’s with obtaining information for pump/...