Medical Assistant - GI

Job description

Job Description
🩺 Medical Assistant – Gastroenterology (GI)
📍 South Location – Overland Park
Join Saint Luke's Gastroenterology team and play an important role in providing exceptional care to patients with digestive and gastrointestinal health needs. This position offers a blend of direct patient care, care coordination, and administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced specialty clinic environment.
What You'll Do
✅ Patient Care
• Perform pre-visit planning to help ensure efficient and effective patient visits
• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information
• Review medications, allergies, and health information for accuracy
• Conduct telephone screening using established protocols
• Prepare patients for provider visits and assist with clinic flow
• Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining a professional and compassionate demeanor

✅ Gastroenterology Support
• Support patients receiving care for a variety of gastrointestinal conditions
• Assist with patient education and follow-up care coordination
• Communicate provider instructions regarding testing, procedures, medications, and follow-up appointments
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and specialty procedures as directed

✅ Administrative Responsibilities
• Utilize the EMR system for documentation and patient care coordination
• Scan and upload documents into the electronic medical record
• Schedule appointments, testing, and follow-up visits
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Provide front office coverage as needed
• Perform additional duties based on clinic needs

Why You'll Love This Opportunity
💙 Convenient South Overland Park location
💙 Monday-Friday schedule
💙 Collaborative team of providers and nursing staff
💙 Opportunity to develop expertise in gastroenterology care
💙 Meaningful patient interactions and continuity of care
💙 Fast-paced environment with a mix of clinical and administrative responsibilities
If you're a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Assistant with exceptional customer service skills and a passion for patient care, we'd love to hear from you! 🌟
Job Requirements
Applicable Experience:
Less than 1 year
Job Details
Full Time
Day (United States of America)