Charleston GI has been developing since 1989, our practice is the first and largest gastroenterology practice in the Lowcountry to operate a physicians' practice and three nationally certified and state licensed endoscopy centers. Our team includes eleven outstanding Board Certified Gastroenterologists, with a combined experience of over 100 years of treating patients.

We value the health, service, and satisfaction of our patients above all else.

Duties & Essential Job Functions

A Patient Care Technician at Charleston GI assists the Physicians and clinical staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of a Physician or the Clinical Director. This person should have basic knowledge of clerical duties and medical terminology, as well as neat, legible handwriting and excellent communication skills.

• Assists with the daily operations of receiving patients into the office for assessment. Assists physicians, nurses and other office staff as directed
• Provides and maintains patient safety
• Escorts patients in the clinical area to appropriate exam rooms
• Obtain and record vital signs accurately
• Stocks and maintains exam rooms with all items included on exam room inventory list
• Sanitizes and straightens exam rooms between patient visits
• Assist with obtaining prior authorizations
• Assist with maintaining and loading patient information accurately in EMR
• Participates as a team player
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of basic patient care at the level of qualified medical assistant or 1-2 years of direct patient care in a medical practice or similar office environment.
• Ability to organize and manage competing priorities
• Ability to record vital signs, patient"'s chief complaint, etc. on all patients at every visit according to practice protocols
• Knowledge, understanding and the ability to effectively communicate using medical terminology
• Work independently
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Experience with high patient volume
• Professional etiquette and ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to exercise tact under pressure
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively contribute as a member of a team
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail

Work Location: 1962 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414
Full-time employees are offered an excellent working environment and benefits package. Salary amounts vary based on years of experience and education.
Are you looking for a new career? Charleston GI is a great place to work. Highly rated on Glassdoor and Indeed. We work together as a team to be successful. Are you looking for a job where you enjoy coming to work each day? Consider applying today!