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Company: MedStar Medical Group
Location: Washington, DC
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Not specified

Description

Performs a complete range of basic clinical, billing and clerical services in a medical office under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. Responsibilities include: greeting, receiving, and preparing patients; maintaining the examination areas; receiving and screening telephone calls; scheduling appointments; and coordinating patient flow. Performs phlebotomy and electrocardiography functions as needed.
Education

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required
  • Some advanced training in typing and office procedures and knowledge of medical terminology required
Experience
  • 0 to 2 years' experience such as secretarial or office experience demonstrating organizational skills and a working familiarity of office computers (typing and spreadsheets) and clinical procedures in a hospital or medical setting required
Licenses and Certifications
  • Certification or registration as Medical Assistant preferred
  • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
  • Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to read and write; and knowledge of grammar, and arithmetic including fractions and decimals
  • May require the use of standard office/medical equipment (i.e., typewriter, personal computer, data terminal, on-line printer, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, sterilizing equipment, blood pressure cuff, or tables); the preparation, comparison or checking of reports, records and related data; and basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application.
  • Receives and screens telephone callers, provides information per department/Hospital policy, and/or routes calls to appropriate personnel. Takes and forwards messages as appropriate. Schedules and coordinates appointments as necessary. Obtains relevant diagnostic test results prior to patient appointment.
  • Greets, patients, visitors, and staff to the office, determines their need(s) and assists/ directs them accordingly.
  • Registers patients in the patient registration system as well as in any applicable department system confirming insurance information and securing applicable documentation. Accepts payments.
  • Prepares patient to be seen by physician; escorts patient to examination room and takes vital signs and records them in the patient chart. Collects laboratory specimens and sends them to the lab and performs electrocardiography functions as needed.
  • Administers oral and parenteral (excluding IV) medications and immunizations (as directed by supervising physician and as permitted by state law).
  • Assists physician in examinations/procedures. Cleans and prepares exam/procedure room between patients.
  • Follows up with patients after procedure, delivery, or surgery; conveys information to physician.
  • Maintains patient charts/departmental files/records/logs, including billing and appointment records/logs. Pre-registers out-patients for next day appointments.
  • Inventories and orders office and clinical supplies and equipment for the department and obtaining equipment repair/maintenance. Checks equipment to ensure proper functioning. Assures accuracy of billing; forwards bill(s) to appropriate department personnel for payment.
  • Receives and reviews all incoming mail to the department. Opens, sorts, and distributes mail, as appropriate.
  • Enters data into databases/logs for statistical purposes. Creates, maintains, and adapts spreadsheets and electronic computer files as requested. Prepares routine correspondence and may transcribe dictated physician notes as required.

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