Patient Care Technician East Broad Street

Kroger • Columbus, OH

374d

About The Position

Under the day to day direction of the on-duty nurse practitioner/physician assistant, the general purpose of the patient care technician (PCT) position is to maximize patient flow through the clinic while providing a stellar patient experience. Responsible for performing all the appropriate administrative tasks, including electronic health record (EHR) documentation, in accordance with company policy. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. At The Little Clinic, we are on a mission to simplify healthcare in America. We take pride in knowing we are helping individuals live healthier lives right in our communities. If you have a passion for helping others, we want to hear from you! Our clinics are staffed by board-certified nurse practitioners or physician assistants, licensed practical nurses, and patient care technicians who all work as a team to supply high-quality, affordable healthcare found in convenient retail settings. The primary focus of our healthcare team is to promote health and wellness through diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, preventative medicine, and individualized patient education. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to supply the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by supplying the value and care you need to grow. So, whether you're looking for balanced, competitive benefits and rewards or ongoing opportunities for growth and development- we have you covered. We are always looking for extraordinary talent to join our growing team!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent administrative, communication, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Basic math skills (i.e., counting, addition, and subtraction).
• Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, and task-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in retail, customer service, or healthcare.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.
• Experience maintaining a safe, quality-based healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Maximize patient flow through the clinic while providing a stellar patient experience.
• Perform all appropriate administrative tasks, including electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
• Greet customers or potential patients in the front area or near the clinic.
• Clean and organize the clinic space daily, including taking out trash and cleaning examination rooms.
• Answer questions while following HIPAA guidelines.
• Utilize the Patient Queue, Appointment Tool, and Patient Kiosk systems to manage waiting room flow.
• Complete the registration process for patients.
• Verify patient identity using a government-issued source.
• Determine method of payment and collect payments, logging them in the EHR.
• Collect insurance information and log it in the EHR.
• Escort patients to the exam room and determine their chief complaint.
• Obtain vital signs and patient history and enter data in the EHR.
• Provide guidance to waiting patients on registration, wait time, and services.
• Answer phones and respond to questions.
• Participate in and prepare for off-site events as needed.
• Put together weekly supply orders for provider's approval.
• Travel to designated clinics if a float.
• Assist the provider within specified company protocols if an Advanced Patient Care Technician.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off.
• Emotional and financial support through Employee Assistance Program.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career.
• Abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees