Clinical Assistant Neurology Job State College area,Pennsylvania USA,Healthcare

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide care to patients as directed by provider, including preparing patients for examinations, assisting providers with procedures as well as performing various tests. Will perform a variety of administrative duties such as obtaining and processing both incoming and outgoing referrals, medication or procedural authorization, registering patients, entering insurance information, collecting copayments, scheduling appointments, answering telephones, making copies and maintaining supplies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Training in providing health care services e.g. nursing assistant, emergency medical responder preferred.

Experience

One year of experience in direct patient care is preferred. Must have 24 months out of the last 36 months working in a healthcare environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Excellent interpersonal skills are essential.

Knowledge of physician office procedures, medical terminology, ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines, Electronic Health Records (EHR) Understanding of insurance guidelines and requirements for referrals and authorizations.

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions.

Familiarity with all applicable medical laws and regulations regarding dissemination of patient information

Demonstrated problem solving ability, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Working knowledge of office equipment such as copiers, fax machines, telephones and computers.

Ability to sort and file materials by alphabetic and numeric systems.

Ability to speak clearly and communicate effectively and to read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

Ability to record messages and patient data accurately, including use of appropriate grammar and spelling Ability to prioritize work and multi-task.

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

License/Certification/Registration

Meets the American Heart Association’s standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives general supervision from the Practice Manager.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

None

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