Physician Office Floater, PT

Piedmont Healthcare • Covington, GA

403d

About The Position

The Physician Office Floater is responsible for providing a variety of patient care activities under the supervision of a physician, physician extender, or registered nurse. This role encompasses both front office and back-office functions, ensuring that patient care is delivered in accordance with established guidelines and standards. The position requires effective communication, multitasking, and teamwork skills, as well as proficiency in medical terminology and computer skills.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program or completion of a Nursing Assistant program is required.
• In lieu of formal education program, two (2) years of medical assistant or related clinical experience is required.
• One (1) year of experience in a medical office setting is required with completion of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program.
• BLS required.
• Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or a similarly recognized certifying organization required.

Nice To Haves

• Skill and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in-writing.
• Skill and ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Meets and greets patients.
• Obtains appropriate patient information and medical history.
• Accurately completes and documents patient medical and physical histories and other related items in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Records vital signs; Performs EKG, spirometry and or other similar non-complex office procedures.
• Aids the physician, extender, and or nursing staff during treatment, examination, and or testing of patients - may include injections and immunizations.
• Prepares and maintains examination and treatment areas.
• Maintains examination/treatment rooms, including inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Under the supervision of a licensed personnel, distributes educational information and instructions for patient care, diagnostics, and other appropriate treatments.
• Coordinates telephone requests to refill prescription drug medications in accordance with physician instructions.
• Advises physician and or nurse of patient's adverse reaction to medication and/or treatment.
• Attends required meetings, in-services, and participates in committees as required.
• Practices Standard Precautions, including handwashing and disposal of bio-hazardous materials.
• Complies with established risk management, HIPAA, and safety procedures.
• Front office duties to include, but not limited to, registration, cashiering, scheduling appointments, tests, and/or hospital admissions.
• Performs lab duties; including but not limited to, phlebotomy, order entry, collects specimen, establishes chain of custody if applicable, and labels for delivery to appropriate authority for testing.
• Schedules procedures.
• Completes medical and physical history forms and other related information requested by third party payors.
• Receives incoming telephone calls from patients and responds accordingly, under a physician or other licensed provider's guidance.
• Notifies patient of their test results as directed by a physician or licensed provider.
• May be the primary clinical support for a physician.
• Establishes, organizes, and maintains patient medical record.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED