OrthoHealth Medical Assistant

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC•Glenview, IL

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a key member of the OrthoHealth patient care team performing clinical and clerical services to support physicians and other healthcare providers in the delivery of high quality care.

Requirements

Medical Asst certification or college degree in healthcare field
CPR certified
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Phlebotomy skills, collecting and preparing laboratory specimen
Empathic and sensitive to patients struggling with obesity
Willingness to learn about the disease of obesity and patient centered language
Understanding of medications, obtaining prior authorizations
Team player with ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure
Detailed oriented and demonstrates effective time management
Ability to lift a maximum of 2t pounds to waist height
Ability to be standing and sitting on a frequent basis during the day
Ability to work on a computer on a frequent basis during the day

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and familiarity with Epic EMR system is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Greets and rooms patients
Takes patient subjective, review medical history, medication list , etc
Takes and records patient vitals and measurements imperative to OH program
Prepares rooms and ensure supplies are ready, ordering more when necessary
Navigates EMR software platforms for appointment/document review/retrieval
Answers phone calls, respond to patient questions, and take messages
Assists with front desk duties as assigned
Educates patients on health conditions, treatment, and medications
Addresses patient questions regarding plan of care
Manages pre-authorizations for prescribed medication as needed
Transmits prescription refills as directed
Starts new patient’s initial note from physician template from patient intake prior to patient appointment
Performing administrative office procedures, including: coordinating appointments and procedures for patients, gathering and managing necessary documents (i.e. medical record, test results), triaging and responding to physician’s phone calls, as needed.
Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment
All other duties as assigned