Office Coordinator/Ma - Pulmonary Office - Ft, M-F

General Summary

Provides direction and guidance to staff and acts as liaison to administration. Works under the supervision of the Physician.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Consistently arrives at work on time and adheres to regular work schedule.
• As directed, delegates responsibilities to others and oversee that staff members are performing their functions correctly. Informs physician of recommendations for improvement.
• Complete necessary payroll forms and authorize/deny overtime or PTO time requests.
• Effectively communicate with the Drs. and staff and keep them updated on issues of concern.
• Attend medical office manager meetings.
• Maintain personal relations with patients and address and resolve patient complaints or concerns.
• Maintain adequate equipment and supplies.
• Absorb and assist Drs. with patient care (i.e.: assisting with minor procedures/surgeries such as removing sutures, staples, moles, etc.). Escort patients to exam room.
• Clean and prepare exam rooms.
• Prepare patients for Drs. (i.e.: histories, blood pressure, vitals, etc.).
• Versatile in various clerical duties (i.e.: answering phones, scheduling appointments, handling patient charts, etc.).
• Sterilize and prepare instruments.
• At the request of the physician, call in prescription refills.
• Act as liaison with Administration
• Performs clinical and/or clerical work for the physician.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Consistently arrives at work in appropriate/professional attire.
• Completes all tasks within established time frame.
• Previous medical office experience.
• Adheres to, and ensures department’s compliance with, the clinic’s policies and procedures and governing rules and regulations.
• Assists with recruitment, retention, discipline and training of staff.
• Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.
• Credentialed as a Medical Assistant (i.e.: CMA/RMA/CCMA).

Education

• HS diploma or GED.
• Medical Assisting degree or diploma from an accredited school.