Clinical Assistant I - NRV - UROLOGY (Christiansburg, VA, US, 24073)
Company: Carilion Clinic
Location: Christiansburg
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
How You'll Help Transform Healthcare: This is the job
opportunity that could change your career. At Carilion Clinic, our
team provides support for clinical and medical staff in a
forward-thinking environment. You will thrive through extensive
training, supportive leaders and potential for advancement.
Carilion offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and tuition
options. Join a team where your skills and ideas will make a
difference in the health of our patients and the communities we
live in. The Clinical Assistant is accountable for performing
office or clinical job responsibilities as needed for the
department, provides support for clinical and medical staff in the
delivery of quality medical care, and assists with patient care as
directed by the physician and clinical staff within scope of
training. The job duties of the Clinical Assistant include, but are
not limited to, the following: -
- Prepare patient for physician/provider evaluation, including
obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications,
assisting during exams and procedures.
- Collect patient information to include height, weight, vital
signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc.
- Document patient information in the electronic medical record;
update information as indicated; record appointments of referrals
and diagnostic studies; complete requisitions for lab, x-ray,
etc.
- Maintain work area, exam, treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in
a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments;
sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
- Observe all safety precautions and standards; assures proper
disposal of specimens and contaminated waste.
- Greets patients and assists with check-in/check-out
procedures.
- Answers phones; schedules appointments; and receives/relays
messages.
- Registration: Ensures all insurance, demographic, and
eligibility information is obtained and entered into the
appropriate system(s) accurately and in accordance with established
procedures. Ensures patient signatures are obtained on all
necessary documents.
- Collects co-payments, deductibles, and other self-pay amounts
at time of service.
- Maintains cash box and receipt books: receiving payments on
accounts, daily balancing of cash drawer and credit card receipts,
as applicable. What We Require: Education: High school diploma or
equivalent required. - Experience: One year experience in physician
office preferred but not required. Previous experience in direct
patient care, data processing, multi-line telephones, registration
and/or medical insurance experience desirable.
Licensure/Certification: AHA BLS-HCP required within 6 months of
hire. Certified Nursing Assistant preferred by some practices.
Other: Effective interpersonal, communication, and team-working
skills required. Must be organized and self -motivated. Must have
knowledge of office procedure and equipment. Must become proficient
in use of electronic medical record. - -Clerical, medical
terminology knowledge preferred. About Carilion This is Carilion
Clinic ... An organization where innovation happens, collaboration
is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven
health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team
that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.
Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of
award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3
NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty
physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of
Medicine and Research Institute. Carilion is where you can make
your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a
difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are
kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us. Requisition
Number: 140676 - Employment Status: Full time - Location: Carilion
Clinic Urology - New River Valley - Shift: Day - Shift Details:
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Recruiter: REBECCA MINOR - Recruiter Phone:
540-983-4005 - Recruiter Email: Rminor@carilionclinic.org For more
information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537. Equal
Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected
Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.
Keywords: Carilion Clinic, Roanoke , Clinical Assistant I - NRV - UROLOGY (Christiansburg, VA, US, 24073), Other , Christiansburg, Virginia
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