Medical Associates of Erie Careers

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Optometrist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive eye and vision care, including routine eye examinations, diagnosing and treating vision problems and eye diseases, and prescribing corrective lenses. This role requires a strong commitment to patient care and a passion for promoting eye health.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct comprehensive eye exams to assess vision and detect eye diseases or abnormalities.

- Diagnose and treat eye conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and glaucoma.

- Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids based on patient needs.

- Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgery.

- Educate patients on proper eye care techniques and the importance of regular eye exams.

- Stay up-to-date with advancements in optometry and integrate new technologies into patient care.

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure comprehensive patient care.

- Maintain accurate patient records, including diagnosis, treatment plans, and progress notes.

- Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations, standards, and policies.

- Participate in community outreach programs to promote eye health awareness.

Qualifications:

- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited optometry school.

- Valid state optometry license.

- Strong diagnostic skills with attention to detail.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

- Proficiency in using optometric instruments and technology.

- Experience in a clinical setting a plus.

- Knowledge of the latest eye care technology and treatments.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary.

- Health, dental, and vision insurance.

- Retirement plan with employer match.

- Paid time off and holidays.

- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical Biller to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurately billing patients and insurance companies, ensuring timely payments and compliance with regulations.

Duties:

- Review and verify accuracy of billing data
- Prepare and submit claims to insurance companies
- Follow up on unpaid claims
- Resolve billing issues and discrepancies
- Maintain patient records with accurate billing information
- Utilize medical coding systems such as ICD-10, ICD-9, and DRG
- Collaborate with medical staff to clarify diagnosis or obtain additional information

Qualifications:

- Proficiency in medical terminology and coding
- Experience in medical billing, collections, or related field
- Knowledge of medical office procedures and insurance guidelines
- Familiarity with electronic medical records systems
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Nice-to-have Skills:

- Understanding of medical collection processes
- Familiarity with healthcare reimbursement methodologies

Join our team as a Medical Biller to contribute to the efficient operation of our healthcare facility while ensuring accurate billing practices and compliance with industry standards.

LECOM Health’s full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package along with competitive wages. Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health Insurance starting at only $55 a month! Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost. The Health System also offers an excellent 403(b) Retirement Plan to qualified employees with an employer match after completing one year of service.

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Medical Associates of Erie is currently seeking a full time Front Desk Receptionist for a busy Physician Practice. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. Check voicemail line in the morning and retrieve messages
2. Welcomes and greets all patients and visitors
3. Answers phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner using proper telephone etiquette
4. Schedule patient appointments, make reminder calls, call patients who missed their appointments (no shows)
5. Responsible for keeping the reception area clean and organized
6. Facilitates patient flow by notifying physician of patients’ arrival and communicating with patients and clinical staff of unforeseen service delays
7. ”Check in” patients as they arrive in a courteous manner. Responds to patient inquires in a professional and respectful manner.
8. Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information
9. Verifies patient’s address, phone, insurance and email address each visit
10. Collection of patient balances for services provided (co-pay, prior balances etc)
11. Copy insurance cards
12. Verify patient insurance eligibility prior to patient appointments
13. Reconcile daily payments at the end of the day

13. Protects patient confidentiality by making sure PHI is secured; not leaving PHI in plain sight of patients/visitors and logging off computer before leaving it unattended
14. All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Skills/Knowledge:

• High School or GED
• Previous experience in an office setting
• Knowledge of clinical procedures and medical terminology
• Basic word, excel
• Telephone etiquette/customer service skills
• Previous scheduling experience using an electronic scheduling system/electronic health record preferred
• Basic computer skills

Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance starting at only $55 a month. Life insurance and AD & D insurance provided to full time employees at no cost. The health system also offers an excellent 403b retirement plan to qualified employees with an employer match after completing one year of service.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Medical Associates of Erie is seeking a reliable medical assistant to guarantee that each patient visit and the logistical arrangements surrounding the visit are carried out with courtesy, caring and consistency, while assisting the physician in patient care and education

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in patient care in the exam room as directed by physician
2. Perform clinical procedures under supervision of physician
3. Escort patients to exam rooms, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s electronic health record
4. Interview patients to make sure all information in electronic medical record is complete and current, including obtaining all necessary signed authorizations
5. Review medical record for progress notes, specialist templates and diagnostic records prior to patient visit. Ensure all related reports, labs and information is filed, if available, in patient’s electronic health record.  (pre-visit planning/chart prep)
6. Schedule tests, surgical procedures and coordinate referrals to provide continuous care for patients
7. Obtain all necessary authorizations as mandated by patient’s insurance
8. Track referrals for the practice to completion (report/result received and patient notified)
9. Perform lab draws, EKG’s and administer injections.
10. Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding medication and treatment protocol as instructed by physician
11. Keep exam rooms and medication storage room stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, prepare sterilization as required
12. Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls
13. Triage for urgency and process messages from patients and front office staff to physicians
14. Provide response to patient inquiry and concerns with attention to confidentiality
15. Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.)
16. Keep patients in waiting area informed of any unusual delays in physicians’ schedule
17. All other duties as assigned

Other Duties:

1. Assist in answering phone, scheduling appointments, making reminder calls as well as calling no shows
2. Be familiar with and implement all office policies and procedures
3. Attend all office meetings and training sessions
4. Understand and adhere to the professional policies and standards in the Employee Handbook
5. Goodwill ambassador for clinic, the hospital and the LECOM Health System by promoting awareness to the patient of all physicians and services LECOM Health provides
6. Provide clinical coverage at other locations when needed

Skills/Knowledge:

• Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections
• High School Diploma/Medical Assistant Training preferred
• Medical Assistant certification helpful
• Knowledge of Health Care Field
• Medical Terminology
• Grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Records

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