DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Greets, receives, and prepares patients for appointments/procedures; conducts interviews with patients, measures vital signs, and records information.
Maintain examination areas in a manner consistent with OSHA standards and Universal Precautions procedures.
Maintains inventory of medical supplies and materials.
Receives and screens telephone calls.
Schedules patient appointments.
Coordinates patient flow.
Maintains office/department and patient records.
Prepares timely, legible, and complete documentation of all patient care as provided by law, regulation, and established policy
Participates in quality improvement and utilization review activities.
Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices.
Applies safety principles as identified by established policy.
Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations.
Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

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