Medical Administrative Assistant I/II
Location: Kotzebue Alaska
Description: Maniilaq Association is currently interviewing Medical Administrative Assistant I/II right now, this vacancy will be placed in Alaska. For detail informations about this vacancy opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Responsible for providing administrative support for the Medical Providers and the assigned Care Team. Responsible for assisting patients with questio! ns, appointments, and assist with medication refill questions. Reports to the Outpatient Services Program Manager.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Carries out reception duties including receiving, screening, and forwarding incoming phone calls, and prioritizing and passing on information.
2. Performs clerical duties as required to support assigned Care Team, including typing letters, memos, minutes, reports, faxing and copying.
3. Maintains files in a secure and organized manner.
4. Compiles and inputs data into computer system as directed by the Care Team.
5. Notifies patients of normal labs only when directed to do so by provider or nurse.
6. Requests charts from medical records and assists in Chart Reviews.
7. Copy information and distribute as indicated by Medical Providers and Care Team.
8. Assists with Care Team Projects as assigned including patient databases and pending follow-up.
9. Assists with the referral pro! cess, including patient travel, in collaboration with Specialt! y and Care Team staff as directed.
10. Assists Care Team with patient letters as directed.
11. Participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement activities.
12. Treats all patients and staff with dignity and respect.
13. Schedule appointments at MHC as directed by the Care Team.
14. Proficient in use of EHR, RPMS, scheduling GUI, ANMC Provider Portal.
15. Knowledgeable of appropriate information from the patient record that should be included with referrals.
Job Qualifications:
Medical Assistant I: High school diploma or equivalent plus 3-6 months previous health service experience (may be waived by program manager). Must be willing to complete Medical Terminology course and receive certification within 12 months of hire. Knowledge of EHR and RPMS system preferred. Ability to utilize various computer programs and type well enough to carry out job duties efficiently. Must be able to maintain strict conf! identiality at all times. Requires good interpersonal and communication skills. Requires strong organizational skills and ability to maintain file systems. Requires excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette. CPR/BLS required. Must obtain CPR/BLS within 6 months of hire date.
Medical Assistant II: CMA or CHA III, IV or CHP certification; or CNA or EMT I certification or higher plus one year of health service experience. Familiarity with Medical terminology and RPMS or EHR system required. Certification as a CNA; CHP III, IV or CHP; CMA; or EMT I required. Ability to utilize various computer programs and type well enough to carry out job duties efficiently. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality at all times. Requires good interpersonal and communication skills. Requires strong organizational skills and ability to maintain file systems. Requires excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette. CPR/BLS certification required. ! Must obtain CPR/BLS certification within 6 months of hire.
! Other Job Information (if applicable):
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of people in this job.
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This vacancy starts available on: Fri, 22 Nov 2013 20:54:56 GMT