Rosebud-Medical Support Assistant

at  Tribal Health

JOB SUMMARY

Provides direct support to Nursing and Medical staff by assisting with patient registration and all other clerical responsibilities to help maintain unit functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED. BLS certification for healthcare professionals. Requires computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software. Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing and charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.
Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned which may include respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisors quickly
Maintains competency through orientation, annual and ongoing education.
Follows Tribal Health and client specific policy and procedures.
All other duties as assigned and specified by site.