Medical Assistant
Dent Neurologic Group LLP
- Location
- Onsite (Town of Amherst, New York)
- Compensation
- $16 - $18/hr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the Role
Dent Neurologic Institute is the largest outpatient neurology practice in the US, committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care. The Medical Assistant role supports clinical operations by managing patient care activities, documentation, and scheduling within a team focused on respect and well-being.
Skills
Benefits
- Medical plan
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Paid holidays
- Critical illness plan
- Accident plan
- Legal plan
Perks
- Free onsite parking
- No overnight shifts
Full job details
- Work-Life Balance (no overnight shifts)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Critical Illness, Accident, & Legal Plans
- Wellness Program
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Free Onsite Parking at All Locations
Working hours: Monday-Friday, 8 hour shift between 7:15am - 5:00pm (7:30am-4:00pm)
Location: Amherst
Responsibilities:
- Coordinates and participates in a variety of patient care activities in the examination of patients to include: vital signs, records data for medical record and calls in prescriptions to the pharmacy as directed by the physician.
- Assists in completion of insurance/compensation/disability/prior authorization forms
- Determine, prepare and set-up medical supplies, instruments and equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Escort and/or transport patients to the examination room and other clinic locations.
- Evaluate patient care with an emphasis on patient response; monitors providers' plan of care from patient assessments, medical record, and other record information; maintains liaison with physicians and practice administration to ensure efficient and effective patient care services.
- Schedules follow up appointments for office visits and diagnostic testing
- Coordinates scheduling with medical secretary and assists with modifying provider schedule when necessary to conform to changing priorities and unanticipated events, including changes in staffing schedule and other activities.
- Ensures adequate and appropriate patient follow-up regarding prescriptions, referrals, and diagnostic testing. Contributes to patient care through patient and family education, distributing resource literature and community service recommendations and referrals as needed.
- Refers patients to proper resources for Dent policies such as billing and or financial support.
Compensation:
- Most candidates will start within the first quartile of the pay range
- Rates are commensurate with experience
EEO Statement
Dent Neurologic Institute offers an inclusive work environment built on kindness and respect for all. Dent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws as the basis for an employment decision. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.