Summary: The Medical Assistant is a key member of the Physician Practice and assists Providers with delivery of care. The Medical Assistant is responsible for prepatory tasks to ensure the efficiency of the practice and customer service for the patient. Duties include exam prep, patient interviews, vitals, chart recording, chart pulling/filing, room turnover, ordering supplies and performing medical testing as instructed by provider. The Medical Assistant may float to other practices, as needed. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required completion of a Medical Assistant course required or equivalent work experience. Licensure: Certification required or equivalent work experience with proven competency. Experience: Two to four years of relevant work experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical/physician’s office preferred. Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, fax machine, and computer. Skill in dealing with interpersonal issues and customer relations. Ability to handle multiple priorities at once with minimal supervision. Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to organize and communicate clearly. Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information. Knowledge working with EMR/EHR, Meditech, and Athena preferred Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements : Must be able to push, pull and lift at least 30 pounds. Must be able to bend, stretch and use stools and ladders. Must meet all safety requirements associated with a medical office setting. Interrelationships: Ability to work with general supervision. Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner. Contributes in the establishment of goals, priorities and procedures relative to the office. Ability to embrace and manage change.
Summary: The Medical Assistant is a key member of the Physician Practice and assists Providers with delivery of care. The Medical Assistant is responsible for prepatory tasks to ensure the efficiency of the practice and customer service for the patient. Duties include exam prep, patient interviews, vitals, chart recording, chart pulling/filing, room turnover, ordering supplies and performing medical testing as instructed by provider. The Medical Assistant may float to other practices, as needed. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required completion of a Medical Assistant course required or equivalent work experience. Licensure: Certification required or equivalent work experience with proven competency. Experience: Two to four years of relevant work experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical/physician’s office preferred. Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, fax machine, and computer. Skill in dealing with interpersonal issues and customer relations. Ability to handle multiple priorities at once with minimal supervision. Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to organize and communicate clearly. Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information. Knowledge working with EMR/EHR, Meditech, and Athena preferred Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements : Must be able to push, pull and lift at least 30 pounds. Must be able to bend, stretch and use stools and ladders. Must meet all safety requirements associated with a medical office setting. Interrelationships: Ability to work with general supervision. Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner. Contributes in the establishment of goals, priorities and procedures relative to the office. Ability to embrace and manage change.
Summary: The Medical Assistant is a key member of the Physician Practice and assists Providers with delivery of care. The Medical Assistant is responsible for prepatory tasks to ensure the efficiency of the practice and customer service for the patient. Duties include exam prep, patient interviews, vitals, chart recording, chart pulling/filing, room turnover, ordering supplies and performing medical testing as instructed by provider. The Medical Assistant may float to other practices, as needed. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required completion of a Medical Assistant course required or equivalent work experience. Licensure: Certification required or equivalent work experience with proven competency. Experience: Two to four years of relevant work experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical/physician’s office preferred. Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, fax machine, and computer. Skill in dealing with interpersonal issues and customer relations. Ability to handle multiple priorities at once with minimal supervision. Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to organize and communicate clearly. Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information. Knowledge working with EMR/EHR, Meditech, and Athena preferred Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements : Must be able to push, pull and lift at least 30 pounds. Must be able to bend, stretch and use stools and ladders. Must meet all safety requirements associated with a medical office setting. Interrelationships: Ability to work with general supervision. Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner. Contributes in the establishment of goals, priorities and procedures relative to the office. Ability to embrace and manage change.
Summary: The role of the Patient Navigator, Geriatric Oncology, is to assist our patients over the age of 65 and family members to effectively access healthcare services. The Navigator will help individuals overcome obstacles ranging from financial and insurance difficulties to communication and information challenges; medical system barriers such as missed appointments; and emotional concerns. Functions as a liaison between the physician, patient/significant other, and third party payers to coordinate necessary services to facilitate care. As the Clinical supervisor – will oversee initial training and ongoing education of clinic medical assistant. Will be available in the clinic setting to provide nursing oversight of the out- patients seen in the physician’s clinical practice. Education: In addition to the skills normally obtained through completion of a High School education, must also have a Degree in Nursing and hold a current Rhode Island licensure. Experience: Substantial knowledge of healthcare system, Federal and State Regulations. Prior experience in the outpatient setting. Skills and Abilities: Advanced nursing skills. Ability to work in a TEAM environment. Can work independently. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Registered Nurse. Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements: Normal office environment that affords privacy for family interview. Frequent patient contact. Subject to long, irregular hours. Handles emergency or crisis situations. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Moderate physical effort including some lifting and prolonged standing and walking. Also, attends related required Safety Training programs; communicates and implements measures to ensure a safe workplace; audits and rectifies through appropriate measures any specific job-related hazards for all areas of responsibility. Subject to situations involving grief processes and related issues.
Summary: Accountable for accomplishing a wide variety of patient oriented functions associated with day to day operation of the Wound Therapy Clinic and/or organizational needs, in a professional and timely manner. Education: Certification from a Medical Assistant program preferred. Continues educational pursuits as required to perform all duties associated with the position. Experience: One to two years of experience in an outpatient clinical setting including direct contact with patients. Must be able to accurately utilize word-processing software, as well as possess a working knowledge of medical terminology. Requires excellent interpersonal skills. Must enjoy working with the public in a patient focused, customer service environment. Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements : Requires mental alertness and focus to work effectively in a patient care environment. May be exposed to all patient care elements within the hospital setting. Must meet annual safety training requirements relative to a safe work place ensuring patient, staff, and visitor safety. Must meet health-testing requirement, such as annual TB skin test. May be required to lift or move objects weighing 25 pounds from time to time, utilizing effective body mechanics. Must have excellent manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination. Interrelationships : Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability and tact, creating a favorable image in relationship to the supported department and the Medical Center as a whole. Must develop and maintain positive relationships across all areas of responsibility. Must visibly demonstrate commitment to the “Team Spirit,” customer relations and all of the basic concepts of total quality atmosphere. Requires timely, positive response to the needs of customers including physicians, patients, families, co-workers, and other employees.
