Clinical Triage Medical Assistant - Urology

• About Our Company We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
• Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.
• When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all.
• We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
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• Job Description

Job Description

Schedule: Monday - Friday 830AM - 5 PM This role is not patient facing, but onsite in Fair Lawn.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for triaging patient concerns over the phone. This role involves assessing symptoms, prioritizing care needs, and providing clinical guidance based on established protocols. The Medical Assistant serves as a critical communication link between patients and providers, ensuring patients receive timely and appropriate guidance while documenting all interactions in Epic. Essential Job functions: Triages high-volume incoming patient calls, assesses symptoms, and provides clinical guidance. Maintains efficient patient flow. Communicate with patients in a culturally sensitive, professional manner. Documents all patient interactions, assessments, and guidance in Epic accurately and promptly. Directs calls appropriately. Collects, reviews, and addresses 20+ patient voicemails throughout the day, ensuring timely follow-up and documentation. Schedules appointments accurately and appropriately according to departmental guidelines. Effectively communicate clinical questions, concerns or issues to the provider appropriately and promptly. Send prescriptions and refills electronically as directed by the provider and by understanding prescription control and prescription refill procedures. Demonstrates strong multitasking abilities. Understands and performs within scope of practice. Appropriately enters orders such as labs and medications in the Practice Management System (PMS) and EHR. Maintains proficiency with department specific equipment, troubleshoots and reports malfunctions promptly All other duties as assigned Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed, although not directly assigned. Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements: High School Graduate/GED / Equivalent Work or Vocational / Technical School / Diploma, required. Associate Degree’s preferred. 0–1-year related work experience required. 2-4 years related work experience preferred. Medical Assistant certification preferred Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, required Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner, required Basic proficiency in computer use, required Pay Range: $22.02 - $27.07 Hourly The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position. About Our Commitment Total Rewards at VillageMD Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan. 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We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. The work we do is changing the lives of our patients, our communities, and each other. Join us as we deliver the care we want to see in the world. Together, we can create better outcomes for all.