Public Health Management Corporation Philadelphia , PA 19107
Posted 2 months ago
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SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities in a manner that places emphasis on quality of care and customer service. The MA works collaboratively with all Clinical services staff in support of direct patient services, exhibiting flexibility and positive attitude. Patients are the key priority in this position requiring the MA to serve as a point of contact, in an environment which promotes patient comfort and trust. The position must exemplify the core values and mission of the organization, exercising discretion, diplomacy and tact in patient/staff interactions. The MA communicates to the Lead MA immediate concerns regarding patient interaction. The MA reports to the Practice Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific tasks include:
Triage patients; including Blood Pressure, Weight, Height, Pulse and Temperature
Administer Injections, Immunizations and Venipuncture according to orders in the EHR for adults and children
Collection of Lab Specimens
EKG if needed
Responsible for reporting to other sites as needed
Responsible for all front Desk Functions in a Primary Care setting
Schedule Appointments
Schedule specialty and ancillary appointments
Answer Phones
Responsible for patient registration data entry
Verify insurance
Daily Batching of encounter forms
Follow up for reports from specialists
Assist Providers and Clinical staff as needed
Assist patients as needed
Review patients charts and encounter forms for completion
Scan Reports to the EHR and distribute
Ensure that Prescription refill and voice mails are retrieved daily
Extensive medical terminology
Report Incidents as they occur.
Complete assigned training as required
Utilizes CPR skill if necessary
Translate using Spanish (if bilingual)
Other duties as assigned
PHMC COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Understands and adheres to PHMC compliance standards as they appear in the PHMC Code of Conduct, Whistle Blowers and Conflict of Interest Policies.
Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and PHMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
Comply with HIPAA and Confidentiality Policies and Procedures as they apply to the job.
Comply with Department of Public Health (DPH), The Joint Commission and other accreditation and regulatory agencies standards.
Adhere to all PHMC Policies and Procedures.
Knowledge and adherence to Infection Control and Environment of Care Guidelines and Procedures as described in the annual education module.
Maintain MDS sheets according to federal and state regulatory agencies
Keeps all required Certifications current
Completes all Continuing Education requirements according to PHMC University
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS:
Phlebotomy and Lab skills
Knowledge of billing procedures and Insurance verification
Data Entry
Familiar with Managed Care Plans and Referral Process
Knowledge of ICD 9/10 Codes
Extensive Medical Terminology
Extensive Organization Skills
Must have pleasant manner
Ability to assist Clinical Staff when required
Ability to manage and complete work assigned
Must be flexible
EXPERIENCE:
One to Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory/medical office environment.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Diploma from Accredited Medical Assistant School
Medical Assistant Certification
CPR Certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Position requires standing 2/3 of the time, walking 2/3 of the time, requires sitting under 1/3 of the time, use of hands and/or fingers to handle or feel 2/3 of the time, ability to reach with hands and arms, under and/or over 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time, talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. Position requires lifting up to 10 lbs. up to 1/3 of the time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic) and exposure to blood borne pathogens that will require the use of personal protective equipment.
SALARY: Based on education and experience
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
Public Health Management Corporation