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Medical Assistant Location: US-VT-Poultney Jobcode: t2xevo Email Job
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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Hope Haven Integrative Health is a naturopathic clinic emphasizing a holistic and preventative model of patient-centered healthcare for the entire family with comprehensive diagnosis and treatment. As part of HHIHs care model, the following are included: point-of-care testing, venipuncture and collecting specimens, vaccinations, gynecological care and same day sick visits. HHIH provides compassionate care where the overall goal is to ensure all patients are seen, heard and cared for.
DESCRIPTION
Welcome and greet all patients in person and by telephone
Verify patient insurance
Collect co-pays, self-pays and co-insurance payments
Update demographics and insurance information in the EMR (Athena Health)
Upload photo of patients into EMR using Athena App
Obtain prior authorizations and referrals when necessary
Obtain appropriate Release of Information and Privacy signatures as needed
Answer the phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner, using proper telephone etiquette and documentation. Record phone messages and ensure the proper party receives them
Responsible for keeping the reception area, examination rooms and office clean, organized and compliant with the HIPAA Privacy Rule
Facilitate patient flow and being aware of delays and communicating with patients and clinical staff
Schedule and cancel appointments while ensuring that the schedule is balanced
Direct issues or potential issues to the provider
Prepare patients for examination/appointment
Perform initial patient intake to update medications, supplements and appropriate medical history
Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, % oxygen saturation, weight, height, respiration rate, pain)
Assist provider during appointments as needed
Assist provider with vaccinations and minor procedures
Assist provider during gynecological assessments
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
Perform venipuncture as needed
Generate appropriate lab orders within the electronic medical record (EMR - Athena system)
Print requisitions for required blood work
Keep track of and reorder supplies in a timely manner.
Track and label unassigned lab reports and referrals in the EMR on a daily basis
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant school with a high school diploma, or equivalent.
Preferred Skills
Apple iMac Desktop and iPad skills and knowledge including Pages and Numbers as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Proficient in creating PDFs, scanning, faxing and troubleshooting
Athena EMR experience a plus
Familiarity with Vermont Vaccination Registry is a plus
Be familiar with medical and behavioral treatment guidelines and all policies and procedures
EOE STATEMENT
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hope Haven Integrative Health
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