Practice Coordinator - Operating Room

Foundation Health•Fairbanks, AK

5d•$21 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

This position works to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the practice, including general office administration and daily operations. This position may also be responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care and utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills necessary to provide appropriate patient care. About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Certain assignments may require current certification as a Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant or current LPN license.
Requires a level of knowledge and ability normally demonstrated by at least two years of experience in a physician's office or medical environment.
Requires excellent communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with the smooth operations of the practice and ensures quality patient experiences.
Responsible for the daily workflow of the office. This may include direction, orientation, educational needs, performance reviews and disciplinary functions of designated staff.
Assists in the resolution of operational and administrative issues and conflicts in a prompt and efficient manner.
Covers front and/or back office functions.
May also administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed, and consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with staff, providers, and other departments.
Serves as a role model and resource person for providing quality patient care and patient information as needed.
Assists in maintaining office policies and procedures in accordance with physician requirements, facility and system policies and procedures, standard practices of the profession, and related regulatory requirements.
Assists with ordering, tracking and maintaining product inventory and replenishing and dispersing supplies to ensure all areas are appropriately stocked and supplies are readily accessible.
Assists in maintains a clean, functional environment.
Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.