Ambulatory Patient Care Tech – Internal Medicine

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care—Iowa River Landing in Iowa City is seeking a 100% Patient Care Technician to support General Internal Medicine clinics. Under direct supervision, you will assist nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care in outpatient areas, including paperwork and prior authorizations.

Responsibilities include keeping patient flow smooth, assisting with examinations, managing medical records, handling telephone calls, and obtaining insurance pre-authorizations.

Qualifications

• Medical Terminology
• Public Contact/Customer Service
• Previous experience working in an ambulatory clinic

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the smooth flow of patients through the clinic by interacting with patients, families and staff.
• Assist in examinations and related treatments, including patient history, medications, allergies and immunizations.
• Manage internal and external medical records to ensure accurate data for appointments.
• Perform related clerical tasks such as answering phones and completing paperwork.
• Assist in obtaining insurance pre-authorizations.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Public Contact/Customer Service

Ambulatory clinic experience

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care—Iowa River Landing in Iowa City is seeking a 100% Patient Care Technician to support General Internal Medicine clinics. Under direct supervision, you will assist nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care in outpatient areas, including paperwork and prior authorizations.

Responsibilities include keeping patient flow smooth, assisting with examinations, managing medical records, handling telephone calls, and obtaining insurance pre-authorizations.