Medical Practice Technician- Marion - Hematology/Oncology

OhioHealth•Marion, VA

About The Position

Provides administrative and basic-level clinical support to physician practices to help ensure delivery of quality healthcare services. This role does not function as a formal Medical Assistant, though basic, non-invasive rooming and vital-sign tasks may be required when needed. The technician attends training to gain clinical experience before placement at an ambulatory care site. The position requires completing site-specific clinical competencies and Care Connect EMR documentation training, maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency, and working within scope of practice.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Complete the clinical competencies established for the practice site.
Complete Care Connect EMR documentation training.
Comply with scope of practice.

Responsibilities

Complete the clinical competencies established for the practice site to support efficient patient flow, including rooming, medication refills, and basic patient care skills.
Complete Care Connect EMR documentation training and accurately enter external data into the EMR.
Perform administrative duties to ensure information is current and updated.
Pend medical orders and medication refills and process prescription refill orders.
Perform and record vital signs and rooming tasks, and perform EKGs when necessary.
Document telephone encounters.
Communicate, collaborate, and anticipate the needs of the healthcare team to support continuity and quality of care and coordination of services.
Maintain and clean the environment, work area, equipment, and exam rooms; report equipment malfunctions and remove malfunctioning equipment from service.
Stock and clean exam rooms after use.
Order and put away supplies.
Assist with patient transport when needed, such as by wheelchair or walker.
Maintain office logs and rounding summaries.
Prepare office paperwork.
Communicate with patients and customers respectfully and compassionately.
Complete required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements.
Promote and advocate for patient quality, safety, and experience initiatives and act as a role model.
Comply with scope of practice.