What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL STAFF ASSISTANT position at Riverview Regional Medical Center?
Overview :
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Riverview Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Located in Gadsden, Alabama, Riverview Regional Medical Center is a 281-bed acute-care hospital serving more than 350,000 residents in Etowah and the contiguous counties. A full range of services and programs are offered, including the only accredited Cath Lab in Northeast Alabama, Sleep Lab, Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, and Womens Diagnostic Imaging Center. Riverview Regional Medical Center is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and is rated among the top 5% of hospitals in the nation for patient safety. Riverview is also the areas highest rated hospital, receiving Four-Stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Originally named Holy Name of Jesus Hospital, Riverview Regional Medical Center was founded in 1917 by the Sisters of the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity. Riverview was purchased by Prime Healthcare in 2016. Together they continue a mission of providing quality healthcare in the community it so proudly serves. To learn more about Riverview Regional Medical Center and the services it provides, visit www.riverviewregional.com
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Responsibilities :
The Medical Staff Assistant is responsible for performing various office and clerical duties relating to Medical Staff activities and functions. Should be able to understand and follow instructions on department policies and procedures. Be able to develop a working knowledge of medical staff credentialing process as well as assisting with medical staff meeting preparations. Assist the Supervisor(s) and Coordinator(s) in meeting the day-to-day needs of the Medical Staff Office.
Qualifications :
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. High School Diploma required for all new hires starting 4 / 1 / 2014
2. 1-2 years in general or healthcare office, preferred.
3. Strong experience in Microsoft Office : Word, Excel and PowerPoint, preferred.
4. Must exhibit a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
5. Knowledge of medical terminology and medical staff services department and / or acute care hospital experience, preferred.
6. College degree, preferred.
