Clinical Assistant - Desktop Management

This position includes a $500 sign-on bonus!

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Answers telephones promptly, and handles/screens calls courteously, professionally, and appropriately, including scheduling of patient appointments as directed and taking messages. Assists call center operators as needed. (5%)
• Completes outreach activities as assigned. (10%)
• Promotes and assists patients to use the patient portal. (10%)
• Schedules patients for In-House procedures and assists with initiation of referrals to outside agencies/providers. Assists with tracking process per protocol. (5%)
• Updates EHR and maintains accurate clinical data with incoming medical reports. Sends appropriate reports to be scanned. Performs follow-up functions as assigned. (15%)
• Coordinates new patient appointments. Prepares electronic health record with accurate medication lists, patient histories and other pertinent information prior to the patient appointment. Inputs data into the computer in accordance with GLBHC protocol. (15%)
• Informs patients of lab and diagnostic test results as delegated by provider per Policy CLIN. 79. Provides limited patient education as directed by the provider or team leader. Processes clinical forms as appropriate. (25%)
• Maintain desktops and assists as delegated by Center Manager/Primary Care Coordinator. (15%)

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MARGINAL JOB DUTIES

• Fills in for staff as needed and qualified.
• Assists the Center Manager as necessary.
• Participates in team meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Education: Completion of Medical Assisting program, with evidence of training in clinic procedures and duties. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Required.
• Licensure: Certification as a Medical Assistant required.
• Experience: Minimum of one year experience in a medical setting required, preferably office/clinic. Medical billing experience preferred.
• Skills: Appropriate clinical skills, telephone and computer skills. Bilingual preferred. Flexible in accepting work assignments. Ability to respond appropriately and consistently to managerial directives.
• Interpersonal Skills: Able to communicate effectively with, and relate to, a diverse population in a professional and courteous manner. Flexible and able to function in a team setting. Ability to respond appropriately to all patients.
• Physical Effort: Must be able to sit, stand, and or walk for an entire workday. Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and or twist while holding up to 25 lbs. frequently.
• Hours of Work: Full-time or Part-time, as scheduled. Flexible and varied. Must maintain regular and timely attendance. Telecommuting is not available for this position.
• Travel: May require limited travel within service area. Reimbursements provided at existing rate of the corporation.

PREFERRED JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Experience: One year of experience in an office/clinic setting preferred. Medical billing experience preferred.
• Skills: Bilingual preferred

GLBHC is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and or local laws.