Infusion Patient Care Tech/Receptionist - Per Diem* at WASHOE BARTON MEDICAL CLINIC

Gardnerville, Nevada, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Medical Terminology, Patient Registration, Basic Patient Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, Scheduling, Telemedicine, Office Administration, Multi-tasking, Computer Literacy, Medical Documentation, Phone Etiquette

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Infusion Patient Care Tech/Receptionist - Per Diem* *IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis. POSITION SUMMARY: This position is accountable to perform clerical duties, act as a unit receptionist, coordinate unit/patient activities with other departments via proper use of the computer and telephone, maintains an orderly and efficient station relating to Infusion Center. Performs and coordinates a variety of functions relating to registration, admitting, and discharging. Duties to include, but not limited to, greeting all patients and visitors according to CVH customer service standards, scheduling appointments and assisting nursing staff with basic patient care activities and telemedicine. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Education * High School education or equivalent Certification Required: * BLS required Minimum Work Experience Required: * Professional customer service skills * Knowledge of basic medical terminology, proper grammar, and spelling * Basic computer skills required * Basic arithmetic skills * Basic office equipment knowledge * Good organizational and multi-tasking skills Minimum Work Experience Preferred: * Previous unit clerk experience preferred * Medical terminology and/or medical experience preferred * Ability to read and communicate in English, bilingual abilities preferred POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Billing Information * Possess the knowledge of current policies and procedures. * Ability to communicate all pertinent questions and answers related to the registration process. Documentation * Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team to ensure quality care. * Scans all documents in a timely manner, as per medical records protocols. * Assists, as needed, with order entry for Infusion Center patients Computer Skills * Maintains computer skills needed for registering, verifying and authorizing patient accounts. * Understands all registration processes and maintains current skills. * Maintains accurate computer records. * Reviews the department's record keeping system and recommends changes and/or updates as needed. Patient Care * Check patients in as they arrive and have them sign consent. * Check vital on each patient after they have rested. * Ask patient if they would like refreshments. * Get pillows and blankets for patient needed. * Answer phones * Fax lab results to MD’s. RN must see first and provide input. * Make copies of other forms as needed, fax cover sheets, registration forms, dietary forms. * Ensure patient packets are complete with HAR, arm band and current order prior to following day. Communication * Answers and directs phone calls in a professional manner in regards to transferring of calls, taking messages, or follow up and returning calls. * Demonstrates professional phone etiquette. * Uses good organizational and multi-tasking skills. * Demonstrates professional phone etiquette. * Uses good organizational and multi-tasking skills. * Daily communication with personnel from all departments for the purpose of scheduling diagnostic tests and treatments, ordering diets, and requisitioning medical supplies as needed. * Must be familiar with standard operating procedures in ancillary departments to schedule diagnostic tests and treatments without conflict. * Daily communication with physicians, nurses, visitors, and patients. * Daily external communication with outside resources such as pharmacies, outpatient, clinics, physician offices, home health organizations to arrange follow-up care, medication delivery, and tests * Order office supplies. * Stock food and linen. * Monitor status of referrals and authorizations in order to schedule patients timely. CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE "BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026! WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!! 0730 to 1600; days vary; minimum of two shifts per month; Per Diem positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time off.

Responsibilities

Perform clerical duties and act as a unit receptionist for the Infusion Center, coordinating patient activities and registration. Assist nursing staff with basic patient care, including checking vitals and managing patient documentation.