Clinical Assistant - Almara OGI - Edina

Escorts the patient to the room, obtain vitals and document patient history

Prepares room as needed for specified visit type.

Assist providers with pre/post op appointments and procedures

Hands out patient education pamphlets as requested

Processes referrals by giving information to the patient for scheduling.

Assists patient with completing informed consent forms prior to the provider performing the procedure(s) and send to Medical Records.

Retrieves calls regarding patient health problems, documents and routes calls.

Calls in new prescriptions and refills to the pharmacy after provider has reviewed and approved.

Any and all other duties as assigned

& Compensation:

Frequently lift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout the shift.

Must be able to frequently perform physical activities such as pushing, pulling, and reaching.

Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.

Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.

Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, printer).

Ability to:

• Complete the Certified Provider Order Entry (CPOE) upon hire if necessary
• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.
• Complete job required training.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
• Work in the clinic during business hours Integrity Service Quality Innovation Teamwork
• Travel independently throughout the clinic (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines
• Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner
• Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Understand and execute a variety of instructions
• Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Travel to other work locations, if required