Medical Asst NC Float (BOH)

Beacon Health System • Goshen, IN

122d

About The Position

Reports to the Practice Manager and works under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor, Office Supervisor and/or Clinical Coordinator. Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs various clerical and patient care duties. Responsibilities include assisting the physician in support of medical care, answering the telephone, admitting and discharging patients, and performing data entry. Is responsible for performing a variety of duties in a float capacity including traveling to multiple physician practices as needed/scheduled.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be a minimum of 17 years of age.
• Previous medical office experience is desired.
• Ability to speak and write Spanish is desired.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in performing patient care procedures, observations, treatments and techniques utilized by facility.
• Demonstrates high level of interpersonal and communication skills necessary to consistently receive and greet visitors, clients, and staff members in a professional manner.
• Requires general knowledge of billing, office procedures and computer skills.
• Demonstrates analytical skills necessary to solve patient problems and interpret data.
• Must have or obtain required certifications including TB, CPR, First Aid, DOT drug screen and BAT.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and greeting all patients and visitors in a professional manner and providing all reasonable assistance.
• Receiving telephone calls, taking and relaying messages accurately.
• Obtaining information from the patient to accurately complete the patient record for payment information, computer input, etc.
• Maintaining patient files, charts, and records.
• Recording medical history.
• Preparing patient for examination by performing preliminary physical test; taking blood pressure, weight, urinalysis, injections and lab draws.
• Assisting physician and/or nurse with minor emergency or surgical procedures.
• Performing routine laboratory and EKG tests as ordered.
• Administering and recording medication and injections as ordered.
• Interpreting physician's instructions to patients and providing instruction to patients.
• Checking and maintaining supply of stock to exam rooms.
• Cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
• Scheduling office or hospital procedures.
• Preparing procedure orders and accompanying data to be sent to the hospital for inpatient/outpatient studies.
• Triaging patient calls to determine urgency and direct patient care.
• Entering patient information, injections, and results into the electronic medical record.
• Completing drug and alcohol testing according to the guidelines; certification for federal testing.
• Attending required meetings and participating in committees as requested.
• Enhancing professional growth and development through in-service meetings and educational programs as approved.
• Completing other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible hours and work schedule required.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees