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Administrative Medical Assistant

10 days ago

Lakewood

Job Description Candidate must be able to commit to 4, 10-hour shifts. Position Summary The Patient Access Representative (PAR) position is a multi-tiered role responsible for facilitating the patient experience at Ocean Health Initiatives. This role encompasses a range of patient-facing and administrative duties, from initial registration and greeting patients to financial screening, scheduling, and supporting the broader clinical operations. Depending on the tier, responsibilities may include verifying patient information, determining financial eligibility, collecting documentation for billing, assisting with insurance and public assistance programs, and providing general administrative support to clinical teams. PAR is an integral part of ensuring efficient patient flow, high-quality customer service, and adherence to regulatory and organizational standards. The tiered structure allows for growth and development within the role, with each level progressively increasing in responsibility. Employees will be trained to handle complex financial and administrative tasks, work closely with patients to address their needs, and support clinical operations under the guidance of practice leadership. General Responsibilities • Professionalism & Patient Interaction: Maintain a respectful, caring, and professional attitude at all times when engaging with patients, staff, and visitors. Introduce yourself to patients, provide clear communication, and respond promptly to patient requests and concerns, ensuring a positive experience throughout their visit. Promote patient satisfaction and contribute to a supportive, collaborative environment., • Patient Flow & Registration: Efficiently manage the patient flow process, ensuring smooth transitions from registration to discharge. Complete all necessary patient information accurately in EMR, including personal details, emergency contacts, insurance data, and UDS reporting measures. Collect and process co-pays and outstanding balances, ensure accurate payment documentation, and assist patients in resolving financial matters, including payment plans or sliding fee scales as needed., • Payment & Cash Handling: Reconcile daily cash and credit card collections with Athenahealth reports, prepare daily deposits, and adhere to cashbox reconciliation protocols. Ensure that all transactions are documented accurately and securely and maintain proper financial records in accordance with company policies., • Compliance & Reporting: Adhere to all OHI policies, corporate compliance standards, and industry regulations. Complete mandatory in-services, participate in required meetings, and ensure adherence to confidentiality and infection control practices. Report incidents, unusual occurrences, and any concerns related to patient care or staff performance to the appropriate management staff in a timely manner., • Performance & Accountability: Ensure that individual performance meets the established goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the role. Maintain a passing scorecard score of 80% or higher and work toward achieving departmental and organizational goals. Track and update tasks on project management tools (e.g., Monday.com) for transparency and accountability. Regularly monitor performance and adjust as needed to meet team goals., • Team Collaboration & Support: Support the Patient Access Representative (PAR) team and other departments by providing assistance with daily responsibilities as needed, particularly during high-volume periods. Contribute to the achievement of team goals and performance metrics. Maintain an organized and efficient work environment to ensure smooth patient care and operational efficiency. Performs all Patient Liaison and Financial Screener responsibilities, including patient check-in, appointment scheduling, and insurance verification. Demonstrates an understanding of all workflows and provides support as needed to ensure smooth operations. • Patient Care & Support: Escort patients from the waiting room to the exam room, assign rooms in the EMR, and gather patient histories (medical, surgical, social) including vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, weight, etc.) and document in the EMR. Perform routine screenings (e.g., depression, smoking status, and allergy checks) and collaborate with the care team to deliver quality patient care., • Clinical Procedures & Testing: Assist providers during exams and procedures, perform diagnostic tests (e.g., urinalysis, pregnancy tests, vision/hearing tests), and document findings in the EMR. Ensure accurate and timely follow-up on test results and communicate with patients as necessary., • Vaccinations: Administers vaccines according to policy using two identifiers, providing proper vaccine information sheets to patients and accurately documenting information in the EMR. Clean the refrigerator/freezer monthly and maintain an up-to-date refrigerator cleaning log. Document appropriate and accurate patient data in NJIIS Registry, and provide patients/guardians with vaccine side effect education booklet as per NJ State requirement., • Maintain an accurate daily temperature log for refrigerator/freezer temperatures to assure vaccine and medication safety. Update the log monthly, file the log for previous month and send a copy to RN by 5th of each month, • Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to infection control policies, practice standard precautions, and maintain cleanliness and safety of exam rooms. Complete required forms for referrals, prior authorizations, and specialty appointments. Maintain accurate logs for medical devices and perform regular Environment of Care (EOC) inspections., • Administrative Support: Manage patient referrals, prior authorizations, and assist with scheduling and tracking specialty appointments. Follow up on missed appointments, patient inquiries, and pending orders. Assist with daily EMR tasks, including managing "bucket" items and patient data documentation., • Staff Support & Training: Participate in staff development, orientation, and educational programs. Assist with the training of new staff and maintain current CPR certification. Utilize time management skills to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment., • High School diploma or equivalent is required., • Graduate from an accredited medical assistant/medical technologist program., • Current National Certification as Medical Assistant is required. One to three years of experience in an applicable healthcare setting is preferred., • Basic Life Support for providers through the American Heart Association is required., • One to two years’ experience using an EMR system is preferred., • Professional verbal and written communication skills is required., • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, • Flexible Spending Accounts with Medical and Dependent Care, • Voluntary Life Insurance, • 401(k) Salary Deferral and Match, • Paid Time Off, • Paid Holidays, • Employee Assistance Program, • Employee Discounts, • Employee Referral Program

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