Medical Support Assistant at International SOS Government Medical Services

Roseburg, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Appointment Scheduling, Clerical Medical Support, Patient Relations, Team Huddles, Communication, Time Management, Workflow Management, Data Entry, HIPAA Compliance, CPRS, VISTA, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Typing (50 WPM)

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defence and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com Job Description Key Responsibilities • Meet the needs of the customers while supporting the VISN, Medical Center and Service missions. Consistently communicates and treats customers (patients, visitors, volunteers, other staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. • Responsible for the performance and coordination of appointment scheduling in accordance with the Outpatient Scheduling and Process and Procedures. Front desk duties may vary at each location depending on the clinic’s needs. • Consistently responds to internal and external customer requests for assistance in a courteous, professional, cooperative, and helpful manner. • Provide comprehensive clerical medical support to the VAMC and all associated sites. • Maintaining appointment schedules for one or more clinics or units, operating office machines, storing and distributing materials, delivering messages, and adhering to business standards and operating procedures within each respective clinic or ward. • Collect adequate information before transferring a call to nurse, provider, social work, etc. • Serves Patient Relations Representative and actively listens to feedback, patient concerns and self-resolve patient complaints and co-worker concerns in a tactful, professional manner. • Understand the roles and responsibilities of others in the team, participates in team huddles. • Be courteous and cooperative and to work to achieve the goals of the clinic. This includes professional, constructive, and open communication with supervisor and other employees. • Listen to concerns of customers and resolve complaints and concerns effectively and promptly within 24 hours for initiation, and resolution within 48-72 hours. • Demonstrate the ability to adjust to change or work under pressure in a professional pleasant manner. • Manage and complete assigned work, provide input on work progress and/or impediments. • Work collaboratively and maintains efficient workflow. • Receives, reviews, prepares, and ensures correct punctuation, spelling, grammar, format, styles and oversees the incoming and outgoing correspondence. • Updates patient demographics, to include phone number, address, next of kin, emergency contact and insurance capture. • Ensure that all necessary health/administrative information is integrated into the computerized patient record system (CPRS) or EHRM correctly. • Retrieve and respond to voicemail within 48 business hours. • Scheduling appointments and utilizing the Electronic Waiting List accurately and in a timely manner. • Opening and close clinics daily, updating no-shows within 24 hours of appointment. • Monitor incoming and outgoing faxes and mail, in accordance with HIPPA standards. • Provide support to patient aligned care team. • Report malfunctions to Lead MSA/ supervisor within operational day. • Possess knowledge in use of VA software such as CPRS, VISTA, CTM, VetLink, HSRM, PPMS, and other Computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite. • Responsible for workflow, completion, and hand-offs for assigned work. • Review and use data from reports used to collaborate with team members for patient appointments and communicates scheduling issues to their supervisor. • Responsible for following scheduling practices, ensuring Veterans are scheduled within the VA guidelines. • Assess compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory program review criteria that govern service and ensure that requirements are in place and are compliant as evidenced by both internal and external reviews. • Demonstrates participation and knowledge in the facility’s Compliance and Business Integrity Program to prevent violations of the law as well as maintaining high ethical standards. • Knowledge of safety and fire protection, emergency code awareness policies and procedures. • Ensure all patients are identified with appropriate two patient identifiers. • Maintain computer and IT security. • Protects information from unauthorized release, loss, alteration, or deletion, following applicable regulations and instructions in the computer access agreement. • Complete all mandatory required training per VAMC policy. • Be aware of all laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to Privacy, Confidentiality and HIPPA and complies with all standards. • Complete all performance standards within VA guidelines. • Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies. Qualifications Job Profile Basic Requirements/Certifications: • Must possess six months of customer service experience. • Proficient in Microsoft office products to include Excel, Word, Outlook & Microsoft Teams. • Have the ability to type at least 50 words per minute. • Experience and understanding of healthcare delivery preferred with basic medical terminology knowledge. Education Required: • High School (HS) or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Physical Requirements: • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. • Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time. • May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs. Other Special Qualifications: • Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate. •US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required. • Pass/possess required clearance. Additional Information International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Compensation| Min: $19hr Max: $23hr Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data. Benefits - This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan and paid time off and annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Privacy Disclaimer: Policy Link By clicking “I’m Interested” and submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the applicable Privacy Policy (available via the link above) and agree that International SOS Government Medical Services, may collect, use, store, transfer, and otherwise process your personal information in accordance with that Privacy Policy for recruitment and hiring purposes. Compensation Disclaimer: Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data. Benefits Language (FTE roles): Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement: International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Work Location: Portland

Responsibilities

The Medical Support Assistant is responsible for coordinating appointment scheduling, managing front desk duties, and providing comprehensive clerical medical support to clinics and units. This role also involves serving as a Patient Relations Representative, handling customer feedback, and ensuring accurate integration of patient administrative information into electronic health records.