Front Office Specialist/Medical Assistant - TCUC Fairfield
Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, TX
Description
We are searching for a Front Office Specialist II Urgent Care — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will be responsible for both clinical and non-clinical duties. Gathers information, assesses, and provides direct care to patients. Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to render population appropriate care for low-acuity pediatric patients.
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Assists with the collection of patient/family data.
- Assists in the collection of patient/family data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information per site protocol.
- Collects and documents vital signs, height/weight, and reason for visit.
- Graphs data per site protocol.
- Documents current medications, allergies, and other information per site protocol with 100% accuracy.
- Uses scripting where appropriate.
- Adheres to standards of behavior.
- Coordinates referrals, ensuring that the family has contact information for referral and any necessary documentation needed for the referral.
- Provides general patient care.
- Administers medication and immunizations.
- Collects Specimens and Performs Laboratory Test.
- Provides operational support, performs reception duties & screens phone calls.
- Reviews billing information & Process patient payments.
- Maintains integrity of medical record and monitors patient information and other practice data.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Skills & Requirements
- Required H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
- Preferred Graduation from a medical assisting or emergency medical technician program.
- Required BLS - Cert-Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association
- 2 years related experience