Medical Office Specialist-MSW-FT Days

The Medical Office Specialist offers clinical and medical office support to physicians and surgeons. Assists in patient care and administrative duties necessary to deliver quality patient care. Performs various duties as a member of the health team in the treatment and care of patient and their families and also assists with tasks to support the unit. Participates and supports the health team in the direct patient care under the supervision of an RN/LPN or MD

patient flow in waiting room and resolves patient flow issues related to registration and post-visit processing
set-up of examination room and instruments in accordance with proper techniques established by hospital and infection control policies.
and monitors vital signs including fetal heart rate if necessary
phlebotomy point of care testing and other procedures as indicated by physician order including but not limited to electrocardiogram and phototherapy
with procedures as necessary including but not limited to echocardiogram sigmoidoscopy proctoscopy nasal scope colposcopy biopsy LEEP laser and cystoscopy
up oxygen and suction
vision screening
orders or re-stocks medical supplies; monitors expiration dates on all medications and medical supplies disposing appropriately as per institution policy
logging system as required for refrigeration of medications point of care testing sterilization process or others as needed
routine maintenance/cleaning of equipment and instruments; Notifies appropriate personnel regarding any malfunction in equipment
a safe secure and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complies with legal regulations
with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infections body fluids chemical disinfectants radiation and other hazardous substances
rapidly and calmly during emergencies initiates CPR and provides the necessary items called for by the team
patients and equipment as needed
any and all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the RN/LPN within the framework of the New York State Nurse Practice Act and MSHS Policy and Procedures
in medical record / electronic medical record as required by hospital policy
and registers patients prepares and processes appropriate forms directs patients to appropriate areas and arranges transportation needs
incoming calls takes and responds to messages as well as responds to inquiries regarding department procedures services and programs.
appointments and completes pre-registration via telephone including insurance verification and full patient demographics collection over the telephone or in person using computerized system(s) with accountability for the integrity of the data including all patient demographics and insurance information
clerical responsibilities as assigned using the electronic medical record (EMR) system or manually as necessary to include: sending and receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports discharge summaries referral information etc.
routine cash collections at time of service.
forms and requisitions as needed managing charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately. Assists in the creation and maintenance of medical charts.
lab pathology and diagnostic testing and operative reports and data from computer systems
verifies and updates insurance information utilizing internal or electronic sources.
and documents managed care referrals required pre-certifications and authorizations as necessary
surgical or procedure scheduling in conjunction with Surgical Coordinator or other similar role(s) verifying times with patients; preparing charts pre-admissions and consent forms
a working knowledge of New York State third party payer eligibility requirements for private and hospital billing
and understands basic medical terminology; able to complete visit encounter forms and enters ICD10-CM and CPT information into computerized systems as appropriate
in training orientation and education of entry level and or/float staff

• High School Diploma/GED. National Medical Assistant Certification from an approved school required. Licensed/Credentialed as a Phlebotomist or EKG technician preferred
• Two years of experience working as a medical assistant
  Name: Basic Life Support (BLS) (1 Year) Issuing Agency: AHA or Red Cross
• National Medical Assistant Certification from an approved school

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