What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chronic Care Coordinator - Onsite position at Nephrology Associates?
Medical Assistant – Full-time
- Must be able to work 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F.
- Experienced MA will work in the clinical office in Chattanooga, TN.
- To conduct exemplary professionalism and compassion when dealing with every patient.
- To call patients monthly to discuss health concerns and update medical history changes in the EMR on behalf of their doctor following CMS guidelines.
- Monitor incoming blood pressure readings daily and follow protocols set by the practice.
- To accurately and professionally document the concerns of each patient you speak with and contact the doctor's office when health concerns need excalated.
- To work on the patient's behalf to fulfill their healthcare needs: example finding medication coupons, assistance with medication refills, patient education on symptom management, assistance with scheduling doctor's appointments, education on local services available to the patient, etc.
- To work diligently to monitor and manage their own patient load each month.
- Communicating with physicians, must have good communication skills.
- Responsible for scheduling patient appointments.
- 1 years of experience in a clinical office preferred.
- 1 year of experience with patient care.
- Current Medical Assistant Certification.
- Currently BLS certification.
- Prior EMR experience preferred, but not required.
- Applicant must have a valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
