Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist - SaVida Health : Job Details

Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist,Springfield, VTFull-timeABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONSaVida Health is a specialty medical practice providing outpatient opiate and alcohol addiction treatment services. SaVida Health's care model includes medical care, counseling, comprehensive toxicology testing, case management and medical management of psychiatric medications. SaVida provides compassionate and individualized treatment programs to support those with substance use disorder.DESCRIPTIONWelcoming and greeting all patients in person and by telephoneVerifying patient insuranceCollecting co-pays and co-insurance paymentsUpdating demographics and insurance information in the EMRObtaining prior authorizations and referrals when necessaryObtaining appropriate Release of Information signatures as neededAnswering the phone while maintaining a polite, consistent phone manner, using proper telephone etiquette and documentation. Recording phone messages and ensuring the proper party receives themResponsible for keeping the reception area clean, organized and compliant with the HIPAA Privacy RuleFacilitates patient flow by notifying the providers of patient's arrival, being aware of delays and communicating with patients and clinical staffScheduling and canceling appointments while ensuring that the schedule is balanced for all providersCalling patients in for random urine drug screening with associated documentationDirecting issues or potential issues to the designated administrator/providerPrepares patients for examination/appointmentAssists provider during appointments as neededCollects and prepares laboratory specimens, including observed urine collectionObtains vital signs, for example, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, etc.Generate appropriate lab orders within the electronic medical record (EMR - Athena system)Print requisitions for required blood workKeeping track of and reordering supplies in a timely manner. Coordinating delivery of supplies with the courier service as neededTracking and assigning unassigned lab reports in the EMR on a daily basisPOSITION REQUIREMENTS**Assessment Testing is part of the application process. You will receive an email with a link to complete test**Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant school preferredHigh school diploma, or equivalent.Preferred SkillsBasic Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge and skills as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.Athena EMR experience a plusFamiliarity with the electronic prescribing policy and proceduresBe familiar with medical and behavioral treatment guidelines and all policies and proceduresEOE STATEMENTWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.