Medical Office Assistant- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

About the role

Performs both office administration duties to include clerical and operational support to the physician practice. Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the Frederick Health Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the Frederick Health Standards of Behavior.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to the front desk as needed.
• Uses medical records system to access patient demographics.
• Files patient documentation following office processes.
• Completes various request forms for office supplies and equipment.
• Sends letters to patients to retrieve x-ray films.
• Maintains X-ray bins.
• Files hospital correspondence.
• Maintains medical records of patients following office processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups: Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years), Adult (18 years thru 65 years), Geriatric (66+ years).
• Physical Demands: Medium Work – Lifting up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 25 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to