Summary

The Department of Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant II to join our General Neurology team. This position will primarily provide administrative/support responsibilities in an ambulatory setting and provide routine patient care in the ambulatory setting as needed.

Job Duties

• Completes medication refills and completes prior authorizations.
• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
• Manages in-basket messages.
• Manages and coordinates incoming patient referrals.
• Enters orders for patient tests and obtains proper paperwork.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Takes inventory of clinic supplies and orders supplies as needed.
• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs.
• Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.
• Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient's visit.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician.
• Administers medication under direction / order of a supervising Physician.
• Instructs Patients on general care and medical procedures.
• Maintains patient and service rooms in a neat and orderly condition.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP, or AMCA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a neurology practice.
• Experience with prior authorizations.
• Ability to display a professional, positive attitude with strong communication skills. 
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, efficient, and strong organizational skills.