What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Appointment Coordinator position at Opportunity Inc. of Northcentral Wisconsin, INC?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Signing bonus
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Starting Pay: $18.00
Position Summary: Assists developmentally, physically and cognitively disabled adult individuals with their appointment needs by coordinating with leadership team and physicians.
Position Summary: Assists developmentally, physically and cognitively disabled adult individuals with their appointment needs by coordinating with leadership team and physicians.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Schedules appointments for exams, physicals, eye exams, dental exams, flu shots, walk-in/urgent care, chiropractor; any appointments as deemed necessary
o Maintains schedule of appointments for all residents
· Assures residents are following special instructions prior to the appointment, e.g., if medications are to/not be taken, resident needs to fast, etc.
· Transports residents to/from appointments
· Attends appointments with residents
o Communicates to medical provider symptoms, changes or needs of resident
· Results of the appointment, follow-up appointments, prescriptions, etc. are communicated to the manager of the client verbally and on Medical Results Form
· Contact MD offices/pharmacy with order requests, refills, needs for update on prescriptions
· Communicates Rx changes/new orders to staff
· Reviews medication administration records (MAR) on a monthly basis, reports discrepancies to appropriate staff or pharmacy. May contact medical provider if needed
· Assures necessary paperwork is completed and up-to-date with medical provider
o Assures paperwork, forms, etc. are given to manager or guardian to obtain authorizations/signatures
· May assist residents into and out of automobile or wheelchair, to lavatory, and up and down stairs
· Destroys unused medications with assistance of another staff member
· Adhere to the “Core Values” of the organization while performing essential job duties, functions, and representing Opportunity Inc.
· Maintain a positive attitude at all times
· Represent Opportunity Inc. in a professional manner at all times
· Performs other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualifications:
· High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
· Experience with medical terminology and physician interaction beneficial
· Must be able to pass an essential function evaluation
· The employee must frequently lift, support, and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift, support, and/or move up to 100 pounds
· Two years of related experience working in the human service field is preferred
· Requires effective skill of writing and speaking clearly and effectively
· Must be able to interact with medical professionals effectively and advocate for clients
· Requires the ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively
· Requires the ability to work independently
· Requires valid WI driver’s license, at least 3 years driving experience and a good driving record
· Ability to travel when needed for training and resident needs
· Requires ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
· Must be able to pass an essential function evaluation
· The employee must frequently lift, support, and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift, support, and/or move up to 100 pounds
· Must be able to push, pull, and maneuver 75 pounds on a regular basis
· The ability to bend, stoop, and aid clients in ambulation is required
· Must be caring and compassionate, and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents/participants
Certificates and Licenses:
· PCW certification
· Transportation Department Drivers Training completion
o Valid Wisconsin’s driver’s license with a good driving record is required
Acknowledgement:
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only essential functions and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to change. Modifications may be made to reasonably accommodate employees with a disability.
Salary : $18
