SUMMARY:

　　Performs medical, clerical, and reception duties for the Department of Pediatrics. Provides medical assistance to physicians in the examination and treatment of patients.

　　ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Checks patients in through EPIC EMR system; verifies demographics and insurance information and makes any corrections or additions; copies patient’s insurance card; collects appropriate copays; retrieves referrals for appropriate visits

　　Schedules patient appointments for office visits through EPIC EMR system

　　Verifies patient insurance benefits and precertification (if needed) for services to be provided

　　Prepares patients for visits, including taking history, chief complaint, weight, blood pressure, and pulse. Documents in EMR system.

　　Provides vision screening

　　Assists physician with patient care

　　Draws up medications for injections given by physician

　　Performs phlebotomies for routine labs, as needed

　　Handles patient calls and relays to physician through the EMR system

　　Processes new patient charts in EMR system

　　Prepares patient charts for next day visits

　　Maintains medical waste logs and keeps abreast of current regulations

　　Prepares exam room for patient visits

　　Completes HMO referrals (paper and/or electronic)

　　Scans into EMR all appropriate patient-related correspondence and information

　　Maintains stock of sample medications

　　Maintains office and medical supply inventory

　　Stocks exam rooms and keeps exam rooms neat and orderly

　　Orders injectables and vaccines

　　Maintains and cleans office medical equipment, as required

　　Maintains and refers to capitation lists for various insurers

　　Batches patient visits activity and prepares money for deposit

　　Handles incoming and outgoing mail

　　Performs light typing, as needed

　　Maintains a professional and orderly office appearance

　　Communicates with the Department’s various staff and offices

　　Opens and closes offices

　　Performs other duties as assigned

　　Understands and adheres to Rowan’s compliance standards as they appear in Rowan’s Corporate Compliance, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest policies

　　QUALIFICATIONS:

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

　　Certification from an accredited medical assistant program is required. Knowledge of computers is required. At least one year of related experience in a medical office setting is preferred. A working knowledge of medical terminology in Pediatrics is preferred. Must be able to work any evening required and travel to any satellite office. Must have experience in electronic medical records. The ability to work independently, excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and flexibility is required.

　　SALARY/BENEFITS:

　　Minimum is $19.10/hour, Probationary Rate. After completion of a six month probationary period, employee's pay will increase to the "Job Rate". Depending on experience, candidate may be hired at the "Job Rate" to start.

　　NOTES:

　　Only completed, online applications submitted on or before the deadline will be considered.

　　Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.