Medical Assistant / Medical Receptionist

Bangor ME

Full-time

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

SaVida Health is a specialty medical practice providing outpatient opiate and alcohol addiction treatment services. SaVida Health's care model includes medical care, counseling, comprehensive toxicology testing, case management and medical management of psychiatric medications.

SaVida provides compassionate and individualized treatment programs to support those with substance use disorder.

DESCRIPTION

Welcoming and greeting all patients in person and by telephone

Verifying patient insurance

Collecting co-pays and co-insurance payments

Updating demographics and insurance information in the EMR

Obtaining prior authorizations and referrals when necessary

Obtaining appropriate Release of Information signatures as needed

Answering the phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner, using proper telephone etiquette and documentation.

Recording phone messages and ensuring the proper party receives them

Responsible for keeping the reception area clean, organized and compliant with the HIPAA Privacy Rule

Facilitates patient flow by notifying the providers of patient's arrival, being aware of delays and communicating with patients and clinical staff

Scheduling and canceling appointments while ensuring that the schedule is balanced for all providers

Calling patients in for random urine drug screening with associated documentation

Prepares patients for examination / appointment

Assists provider during appointments as needed

Collects and prepares laboratory specimens, including observed urine collection

Obtains vital signs, for example, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, etc.

Generate appropriate lab orders within the electronic medical record (EMR - Athena system)

Print requisitions for required blood work

Keeping track of and reordering supplies in a timely manner. Coordinating delivery of supplies with the courier service as needed

Tracking and assigning unassigned lab reports in the EMR on a

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Assessment Testing is part of the application process. You will receive an email with a link to complete test

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant school with a high school diploma, or equivalent.

Preferred Skills

Basic Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge and skills as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Athena EMR experience a plus

Familiarity with the electronic prescribing policy and procedures

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. B54469% %�min%%

Last updated : 2024-05-22