CLN Clinic Assistant - DeKalb Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - FT - 1st Shift

Job description

Overview Responsible for assisting the physician in patient treatment issues, providing direct patient care, and maintaining proper standards of care. Performs patient check out procedures, schedules follow up and/or referral visits and collects deductibles and co-pays. Assists physicians and resident physicians when completing physical examinations. Obtains laboratory specimens and prepares them for transport. Provides clerical support and maintains systematic initiation and follow up of scheduled events. Responsibilities: The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of this position as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. - Observes professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired concerning the personal, financial, medical or employment of patients of the clinic. - Must follow and enforce accepted Safety practices for patients and Hospital. - Must report safety hazards and initiate appropriate action. - Must participate in safety instructional programs. Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED...