Patient Service Representative- Outpatient Pulmonology Position Available In Lawrence, Tennessee

Job Description:

Job DescriptionUp to $5,000 Sign on Bonus Eligible Job Summary(CMA)Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in supportof assigned area or office.

Job Summary (PSR)A medical officeposition responsible for front office processes in the physicianpractice COMPANY DESCRIPTIONFrye Regional Medical Center, locatedin the beautiful foothills of North Carolina is a 355-bed acutecare hospital, 81-bed Behavioral Health facility and more than 70primary and specialty care providers. Essential Functions (CMA) Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan bytaking vital signs, history, medication listing, assessing visualacuity and determining chief complaint. Assesses patients’ physicaland mental status. Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medicalrecord in accordance with practice’s charting policy. Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medicaltreatments, exams and medical procedures Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscularand subcutaneous and intradermal injections. Performsvenipunctures, CLIA-Waived and non-CLIA Waived lab testing. Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patientsand visitors. This includes cleaning, sterilizing, and storinginstruments in accordance with practice policies. Stocks rooms inpreparation for the daily work schedule. Takes inventory of medicaland exam room supplies. Complies with established personal protective equipmentrequirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood andother potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants,radiation, and other hazardous substances. Arranges for specialized consultations and appointments fortesting as ordered by the physicians. Notifies appropriateinsurance personnel to pre-certify surgeries or tests ordered bythe physician or other health care provider, which requirepre-certification by the insurance company. Answering office phones, assisting front desk in schedulingappointments and directing calls appropriately. Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referralprocessing and scheduling process. Assist in other functions of the physician practice as needed.

Essential Functions(PSR) Greeting patients entering the physician practice. Answering office phones, making appointments, confirmingappointments and rescheduling when necessary. Checks in patients and collects accurate patient demographics,enters data into electronic system and verifies insurance. Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referralprocessing and scheduling process Collects co-pays and posts charges. Charge entry and patient balance processing. Distributes information to patients regarding office policies,procedures, information about the practice, etc. Explain and enroll patients in the patient portal. Additional responsibilities as needed Benefits – Wide range ofbenefits options! Here at Frye, you choose your own Medical, Dental, and Visionplans from a variety of competitive options that give you thecoverage that best fits your needs. HSA 401(K) retirement plan contributions Generous Paid Time Off Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Prescription Assistance with OptumRx Income protection programs for the entire family such as lifeinsurance, Short/Long-term Disability, and Identity Theft. Employee Assistance program at no cost to you to provideemotional, legal, financial, and daily life support for your entirehousehold. Services are available 24 hrs. a day, 7 days aweek. Free travel and entertainment discount program to ensure youenjoy your time away from work. Why join our team?

Frye RegionalMedical Center employs more than 1500 professional and clinicalstaff. Our medical center is a 355-bed acute care facility whichoffers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. FryeRegional Medical Center is dedicated to providing patients with afull range of services to meet the healthcare needs of ourcommunity. We believe our employees are our most valuable assets inaccomplishing this goal and we have made great strides to ensureemployee satisfaction. If you are passionate about changing lives,we are looking for you! Minimum Education (CMA) High School Diploma or equivalent required for CMA Basic Life Support RequiredMinimum Education (PSR) High school diploma or equivalent required Graduate from a medical office assistant programpreferredLicenses/Certifications (CMA) Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Programrequired Current credentialing (certification/registration). Mustmaintain credentialing with American Association of MedicalAssistants (AAMA-CMA), NRCMA or American Medical Technologists(AMT-RMA).Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers andare looking for diversity in candidates for employment:

Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran