Homecare Assistant

Company: Middlesex Health
Location: Middletown
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

Homecare Office Assistant
Hours: Full-Time/40 HoursShift Details: Day shiftThe Smarter Choice for your Career!Come join one of Connecticut's Top Workplaces, and a Magnet designated organization! At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.Position Summary:
The Homecare Office Assistant is responsible for physician order management which includes: submitting, organizing, reviewing and processing all certifications, recertifications and verbal orders for Homecare and Hospice. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain a complete and accurate patient medical record to meet regulatory compliance.
• Process physician orders daily to include but not limited to: faxing/submitting physician orders for signature. Receive/review returned orders and documents for regulatory compliance. Follow up on missing information and outstanding documents to ensure regulatory timelines are met.
• Scan/file documents into patient records to ensure a complete and accurate patient medical record from admission through discharge
• Process medical record requests
• Provide backup support to office processes and reception - answer phones and direct calls in a professional, helpful and friendly manner
• Complete additional tasks and special projects as assigned by the manager
• Adheres to all Core Values (Compassion, Pursue Excellence, Cooperation and Collaboration, Upholds Honesty, and Supports Innovation).
• Adheres to all Absolutes (Privacy and Confidentiality, Professional Appearance, and Responsibility and Commitment).
• Other job related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
  
  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • Must have strong computer and organizational skills, attention to detail and be a team player with good interpersonal skills.
  • Must have excellent communication skills with knowledge of telephone etiquettePreferred Qualifications:
    • Familiarity with healthcare and medical terminology
    • Previous EPIC experienceComprehensive Benefits Offered:
      
      • Competitive and affordable health benefits (total rewards package)
      • 403(b) retirement plan with company matching
      • Paid holidays, time off and sick time
      • Wellness rewards program
      • Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas
      • Free parking with shuttle drop-off service
      • ---and much more!
        

Keywords: Middlesex Health, Middletown , Homecare Assistant, Other , Middletown, Connecticut