Medical Assistant Patient Registration AdventHealth Centra Care Arden Per Diem

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

· Commitment to whole-person care

· Fulfilling work with people who treat you like family

· Career Development

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Per Diem, as needed

Shift: Rotating schedule, two days on, two days off (Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm), split Fridays (usually 8am-2pm or 2pm-8pm), alternate weekends (required to work every other weekend, hours are 8am-5pm on Saturdays and Sundays), and some holidays

Location: Arden, NC

The role you’ll contribute:

Reporting to the Practice Manager and under the supervision of the Providers, the Medical Assistant/Patient Registration Coordinator is accountable for the patient's first impression of the organization in addition for their care as they perform a wide variety of patient care activities including patient registration and clinical duties. Adheres to state, federal and organizational guidelines to ensure quality care and patient safety with support from the Clinical Excellence team. Is essential in maintaining organization and facilitating patient flow. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

· Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealth's core values of Keep Me Safe, Make It Easy, Love Me, and Own It.

· Drives customer service initiatives by creating and owning the patient experience

· Answers telephone, responds to patient questions/concerns to ensure prompt accurate resolution is achieved and is able to handle various job tasks simultaneously

· Communicates with the patient or their guarantor to obtain demographic, employment, insurance and current medical condition information in order to perform accurate registration

· Prepares, processes, and files the medical record for each patient as required by patient type for documentation by physician and medical personnel

· Obtains client information for worker's comp and corporate accounts, and verifies authorization and service(s) requested

· Verifies insurance eligibility and determines accurate up-front collection amount

· Performs properly and legibly documents and reports all procedures and assessments in accordance with department policy.

· Utilizing age-specific guidelines, assesses patient during clinical check-in, documents pertinent medical information and vital signs. Assesses for signs of abuse or neglect.

· Performs and administers treatments, medications and any follow-up assessments ordered by the provider, verifying as needed. Responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and triage situations

· Performs diagnostic and occupational medicine testing to include, but not limited to, EKG, spirometry, audiometry, titmus and pulse oximetry. Completes forensic testing collections in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Florida Drug Free Workplace Guidelines. This may include urine drug screens, blood/breath alcohol testing, oral fluids and hair testing.

· Appropriately complete check-out duties and relays instructions/care to the patient or family

· Performs required Quality Control checklist to ensure safety of the patient

· Follows CDC guidelines, infection prevention practices, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand washing according to policy and follows safety regulations.

· Participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives

· May be called upon to train newly hired clinical staff

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· 1 year of related work experience OR Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with completion of externship OR 6 months relevant experience within an AdventHealth facility

Must be currently certified and maintain certification by one of the following:

· American Association of Medical Assistants ("AAMA") for Certified Medical Assistants

· American Medical Certification Association ("AMCA") for Clinical Medical Assistant Certification

· American Medical Technologists ("AMT") for Registered Medical Assistant

· National Association for Health Professionals ("NAHP") for Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant

· National Center for Competency Testing ("NCCT") for National Certified Medical Assistant

· National Health Career Association ("NHA") for Registered Clinical Medical Assistant

· American Allied Health (“AAH”) for Nationally Certified Medical Assistant

· Certified Clinical Medical Assistant from National Performance Specialists (NPS)

· National Certification Medical Association (“NCMA”) for Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist

· State of North Carolina Paramedic License

· CPR Certification

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Patient Care

Organization: AdventHealth Centra Care

Schedule: Per Diem

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 24015804

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.