Cardio - Pulmonary Tech

Deborah Heart and Lung Center•Pemberton Township, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Accountable for the following responsibilities for the Cardio Rehab department. Responsible for the registration/admission of patients into the Meditech registration system. Generates accurate and complete patient records that will enable the Hospital to maximize reimbursement. Verifies the correct entry of information into the billing system including but not limited to insurance information, diagnostic coding, type of bill, status code, dates of service and provider number. Ensures that bills are system generated as soon as possible following visit. Ensure appointment and scheduling practices are followed properly and courteously. Recognizes barriers to admissions, respond appropriately and follow up on admissions variables. Work with other medical facilities to obtain patient information. Schedule, greet, and escort patients and visitors to the appropriate areas of the clinic. Oversee incoming phone calls and clinic visitors to ensure accurate, timely, and positive communication, facilitation, and presentation. Create/maintain all aspects of patient charts (physical and electronic). Ensure department procedures and policies are updated. Electronically transcribe/scan patient information for clinicians in the Meditech system as needed. Obtains vital signs and other patient data collection, including but not limited to blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration. Observes and reports to clinicians patient signs/ symptoms and responses to sessions. Reports changes in the patient’s condition to the clinicians. Maintain adequate medical and office supplies for the department. Assist in developing/maintaining a self-management education program using a multidisciplinary approach to promote healthy behavior change (ie, exercise adherence, smoking cessation, proper use of medications, an action plan for exacerbations, oxygen use). Help promote the benefits and value of pulmonary and cardio rehabilitation. Work collaboratively to ensure the health needs of the individual client/patient are met. Responsible for all performance improvement/quality assurance programs.

Requirements

One to three years in a clinical setting assisting with patient requirements.
5 years of office related duties.
Some college coursework, preferably in healthcare.
BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
Basic knowledge of the oxygen manifold system in the M.O.B.
Monitor the oxygen manifold system by keeping written and electronic records for all actions related to: safety, calibration, maintenance, tank replacement/refills, etc.
Time management to ensure all tasks and responsibilities are met for the department.
Word Processing, Basic Knowledge of Excel, Access, Power Point, outlook.
Able to successfully perform the physical/functional responsibilities.
Experienced with general medical terminology.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work respectfully with diverse population.
Ability to successfully organize/prioritize multiple tasks while working with multiple patients simultaneously.
Works independently and relate to patients, clinicians, physicians, and other customers.
Measures and assesses patient vital signs, including but not limited to pulse, blood pressure.
Self-motivated with the willingness to exceed patient expectations.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
Stringent adherence to all HIPPA laws.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred
Basic EKG

Responsibilities

Registration/admission of patients into the Meditech registration system.
Generate accurate and complete patient records for reimbursement.
Verify correct entry of information into the billing system (insurance, coding, bill type, status code, dates of service, provider number).
Ensure bills are system generated as soon as possible following visit.
Ensure appointment and scheduling practices are followed properly and courteously.
Recognize and respond to barriers to admissions and follow up on admissions variables.
Work with other medical facilities to obtain patient information.
Schedule, greet, and escort patients and visitors.
Oversee incoming phone calls and clinic visitors for accurate, timely, and positive communication.
Create and maintain all aspects of patient charts (physical and electronic).
Ensure department procedures and policies are updated.
Electronically transcribe/scan patient information for clinicians in the Meditech system.
Obtain vital signs and other patient data collection (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration).
Observe and report patient signs/symptoms and responses to sessions to clinicians.
Report changes in patient's condition to clinicians.
Maintain adequate medical and office supplies for the department.
Assist in developing/maintaining a self-management education program.
Promote the benefits and value of pulmonary and cardio rehabilitation.
Work collaboratively to ensure the health needs of the individual client/patient are met.
Responsible for all performance improvement/quality assurance programs.

Benefits

healthcare coverage for team members in regularly budgeted positions of at least 30 hours per week
generous paid time-off
401K matching contribution
tuition assistance
short and long term disability benefits
life insurance
meal discount
dependent care subsidy
adoption assistance
free parking