Medical Office Assistant Primary Care
Company: HonorHealth
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview $2,000 Transition Incentive Full-time; Monday - Friday,
7:30a - 4:30p Located at E. Osborn Rd & N. Scottsdale Rd Looking to
be part of something more meaningful? At HonorHealth, you'll be
part of a team, creating a multi-dimensional care experience for
our patients. You'll have opportunities to make a difference. From
our Ambassador Movement to our robust training and development
programs, you can select where and how you want to make an impact.
HonorHealth is looking for a Medical Office Assistant for the
Osborn primary care clinic. The clinic is strategically located
near the hospital and prides itself with having both high employee
engagement and patient experience scores. This is a combo back &
front office role. The ability to work at a fast pace, being
motivated and a fast learner will be essential skills and traits
for this position. The ideal candidate must meet the minimum
requirements of a HSD/GED, a current BLS card, a current Arizona
Fingerprint Clearance card and completion of an approved training
program OR completion of an unapproved training program and
successfully passes the medical assistant examination administered
by a certifying organization accredited by either the National
Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National
Standards Institute as described by the Arizona Administrative
Code. Experience is preferred but not required. HonorHealth offers
a diverse benefits portfolio for our full-time and part-time team
members designed to help you and your family live your best lives.
Visit honorhealth.com/benefits to learn more. Join us. Let's go
beyond expectations and transform healthcare together. HonorHealth
is a non-profit, local community healthcare system serving an area
of 1.6 million people in the greater Phoenix area. The network
encompasses six acute-care hospitals, an extensive medical group,
outpatient surgery centers, a cancer care network, clinical
research, medical education, a foundation, and community services
with approximately 13,100 team members, 3,500 affiliated providers
and nearly 700 volunteers. HonorHealth was formed by a merger
between Scottsdale Healthcare and John C. Lincoln Health Network.
HonorHealth's mission is to improve the health and well-being of
those we serve. As a community healthcare system, we have a unique
responsibility to keep our facilities as safe as possible to
protect our patients and team members. With this in mind, we
require all new hires to have received the first dose of a COVID-19
vaccine before their start date and be scheduled for their second
dose. New hires who choose to receive the Johnson & Johnson vaccine
only need one dose to fulfill this requirement. Reasonable
accommodations will be considered. Responsibilities Job Summary
Supports various aspects of the practice, including charge entry,
and collection of co-payments at time of service. Assists the
physician in maintaining efficient patient flow within the office.
Under the direction of a Physician/Physician Assistant, performs a
variety of clerical and patient support duties including
scheduling, receptionist, telephone, data input, and exam room and
medical chart preparation. Works with managed care plans to obtain
prior authorization to insure that services of physician and
hospital are reimbursed by the plans. This position reports to the
Manager for office duties and to the physicians for clinical and
patient care responsibilities. Demonstrates knowledge and skill to
provide appropriate care needed in accordance with policies,
procedures and protocols and Arizona validated competencies.
Performs in a manner consistent with the HonorHealth statement by
identifying and meeting the needs of all customers by demonstrating
integrity, respect, caring, accountability and excellence.
Schedules patients and provides all necessary information to
prepare them for medical appointments and procedures. Provides
scheduling services for patients with regard to lab work, x-rays
and referrals to other physicians. Verifies authorizations, and
accepts or transmits fax information for needed physician patient
information. Collects co-payments at time of service, enters daily
charges into billing system, and responds to requests for
information from billing services and Revenue Cycle Coordinator to
ensure optimal collections from services rendered. Initiates
confirmation calls to patients to ensure the lowest possible no
show rate. Organizes and documents scheduling, registration and
payment policies. Prepares treatment room for examination of
patients. Prepares patient charts and reviews for completeness.
Escorts patient to examining room, obtain history, document chief
complaint in record or EMR, take patient's vital signs (weight,
pulse, temperature, blood pressure). Preps patient for exam and
assists provider with exams and special procedures. Clean and
restock exam rooms. Maintain supplies in coordination with office
coordinator. Ensures that recalls for labs, office visits and
procedures are accounted for. Receives telephone calls from
patients, pharmacy and others; documents and relays information to
provider for action. Phones pharmacy with approved medication
orders/refills. Performs a variety of front office duties as
needed, including, but not limited to, reception, greeting
patients, verification of information needed for billing and
medical charting, telephone, chart maintenance, insurance forms,
and scheduling. Organize and communicate with insurance companies
for authorizations for therapies, testing and specialist referrals.
Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education High
School Diploma or GED Required Licenses and Certifications
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant OR completion of a
Medical Assistant program that meets the BOMEX training guidelines
OR completion of a United States Armed Forces medical services
training program OR meet necessary guidelines as described in
Arizona Board of Medical Examiners Administrative Code, Title 4,
Chapter 16, Article 4, Section R4-16-401, paragraphs A and B prior
to start date. Required Basic Life Support (BLS) BLS Required
Fingerprint Clearance Card - State Have a current Fingerprint
Clearance card, or within seven (7) working days after employment
shall apply and be eligible for a Fingerprint Clearance Card (NOAH
Clinical Sites and Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites ONLY)
Required
Keywords: HonorHealth, Scottsdale , Medical Office Assistant Primary Care, Healthcare , Scottsdale, Arizona
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