Medical Office Assistant II - Medicine
Company: University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 1, 2026
|
|
|
Job Description:
Medical assistant to perform clerical duties in a medical office
including such functions as complete demographic and insurance
registration, charge entry, scheduling patients and/or verifying
insurance information. Clinically assist with triaging patient
records, assist with patient medication authorizations/ appeals.
Where the electronic system is in use, this position will utilize
the system as documented in the department and/or FPI standard
operating procedure and process; and other duties assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Gathers and documents brief history and chief
complaint in the medical record. Follows established guidelines to
obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the
exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider.
Performs routine office testing, including but not limited to;
phlebotomy, sweat and hydration tests, urinalysis, vision testing,
hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse
and blood pressure. Assists provider with procedures and minor
surgical procedures. Obtains necessary blood and urine specimens.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general
education degree (GED) preferred Completion of an accredited
Medical Assistant Program from an accredited institution. Medical
Assistant certification (such as NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc.)
is required. Ability to perform all medical assisting
responsibilities under state and faculty guidelines Two to three
years related medical office experience General understanding and
application of basic accounting principles PC proficiency Strong
customer service skills Accurate data entry skills Current
knowledge of payer requirements for referrals and pre-authorization
Knowledge of GE, EPIC or similar computerized billing system
Medical terminology preferred CPR certification is required
Keywords: University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Baltimore , Medical Office Assistant II - Medicine, Healthcare , Baltimore, Maryland
