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Job Description
LMR Technical Group (LMR) is seeking a Medical Assistant.
Multiple positions may be hired from this announcement.
Location: Remote within the United States.
Job Description:
The Medical Assistant will navigate and work within our proprietary electronic medical record system to evaluate and process patient health information to determine outcomes for various types of medical and specialty exams. The Medical Assistant will conduct a review of a variety of examination documentation test results assessments and information and by corroborating via phone interview with Service Members and Veterans provide a clear comprehensive and concise final product. The Medical Assistant will collaborate with providers Veterans and Service Members via the call line to ensure examination meets regulatory and contractual requirements forcompensation and benefit rating purposes. The Medical Assistant will possess the ability to shift focus and multitask while maintaining professional demeanor to meet customer and provider needs and will identify emergent behavioral health issues and initiate intervention when necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Remain up to date with the contract requirements.
- Use guidelines and licensed support to ensure clear comprehensive and concise exam documentation that is reflective of the Service Member or Veterans conditions and in compliance to contract requirements.
- Document test results.
- Educate and support providers Veterans and Service Members with navigating and utilizing medical history information for pending and prior disability claims when completing the appointment paperwork.
- Identify and evaluate exam documentation that requires immediate follow up for behavioral health issues and initiate the highrisk intervention process.
- Complete system generated tasks to process exam documentation.
- Interface via telephone (approximately 50 and email with contracted providers Veterans and Service Members in retrieval of required Disability Benefits Questionnaire information and provide education regarding required contractual protocol.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Vocational or Technical Training/Education in a Medical related field such as Medical Assistant LPN Health Information Technology (HIT) EMT Medic Corpsman or completion of the following 4 courses: Anatomy and Physiology Medical Terminology Human Body Systems and Common Diseases or equivalent combination of education experience and/or applicable military experience will be considered.
- Knowledge of healthcare documentation to include medical behavioral and psychological terminology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills.
- Working knowledge of technical writing.
- Ability to identify lab results and ancillary services.
- Proficient experience using a computer and Microsoft Office including Microsoft Word to create copy edit send and save documents.
- Ability to interpret medical documentation.
- Experience working in an Electronic Medical Record system.
- Ability to work MTWRF 8:00am to 5:00pm CT OR 10:00am7:00pm CT.
- Distractionfree dedicated space in home for home office; this includes establishing or continuing regular child or dependent care arrangements.
- Access to highspeed internet (cable fiber optic).
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to type 40 words per minute.
- Experience navigating Microsoft Teams.
- Home Health or Hospice care experience.
- Military experience.
Work Environment:
- Business casual is required and attire should be appropriate for video meetings.
- A private secure workspace is required for this role.
- Work must be performed at the address on file. Traveling with equipment is not allowed and is considered a HIPAA violation.
- A hardwired internet connection is required with minimum speeds of 20 Mbps download / 5 Mbps upload.
Physical Demands:
- Remain in a stationary position (seated) for extended periods up to 8 hours per day.
- Use a computer and related peripherals (keyboard mouse monitor) for prolonged periods
- Perform repetitive motions such as typing and data entry.
- Occasionally lift or move office items up to 10 pounds (e.g. computer equipment).
- Communicate effectively via video conferencing phone and messaging platforms
Expected Pay Range:$21.25 $22.75per hour. Rate will be based on jobrelated knowledge skills education training and work location.
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits Include:
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life AD&D and ShortTerm Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
About LMR:
LMR is a servicedisabled veteranowned small business that supports technology development and provides comprehensive joint warfighter training by leveraging the skills experience and knowledge of its personnel.
LMR Technical Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
If you are a qualified applicant with a disability in need of an accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at . EOE Disability/Veteran.
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