What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic Support Staff position at Columbia Orthopaedic Group?
Job Title: Clinic Support Staff
Job Summary: This position involves a combination of secretarial and clinical duties, utilizing specific knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures. Responsibilities include patient care, compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondence.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Interact face-to-face with patients for rooming and taking vital signs.
- Assist with preparing and administering injections.
- Compile and record medical charts, reports, and correspondence using a computer and various software programs. Transmit correspondence and medical records by mail, email, or fax.
- Schedule and confirm patient diagnostic appointments, surgeries, and medical consultations.
- Operate office equipment such as voicemail messaging systems, and use word processing, spreadsheet, and other software to prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories, and medical records.
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Patient care experience (e.g., taking vital signs).
- Working knowledge of medical terminology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Conscientious telephone etiquette.
- Experience with computers and the ability to learn new software.
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent (required).
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
Experience:
- Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
- CMA or CCMA preferred: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
