Temporary Prescription Coordinator

DAP Health; Palm Springs (CA); Sur place; USD 46 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

DAP Health in Palm Springs is seeking a Prescription Coordinator to optimize clinic workflow, assist Clinicians with prescriptions and prior authorizations, and document patient encounters in the EHR system. This full-time, on-site role supports patient-centered care in a busy health clinic.

Ideal candidates will have Medical Assistant program graduation, current BLS certification, and experience with medication refills and prior authorization protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Medical Assistant program.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross accredited BLS certification.
• Knowledge and experience with medication refills and prior authorization protocols.

Responsabilités

• Assists with medication refills and prior authorizations requested by providers.
• Documents all patient encounters in the EHR system.
• Discontinues medications with the appropriate pharmacies.
• Works closely with Case Management, Home Care, and Community Health staff to ensure continuity of prescriptions.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and efficiently (i.e., prescription refills, new prescriptions, pre-authorization RX requests, etc.).
• Serves as patient liaison by assisting patients with questions and requests.
• Maintains unit operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Conserves unit resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Requests and retrieves client files as needed.
• Answers telephone and relay messages.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer care

Bilingual – Spanish/English

Formation

Medical Assistant program graduation

BLS certification

Description du poste

Job Details: Job Location: DAP Health Sunrise - Palm Springs, CA 92262, Position Type: Temporary Full-time, Salary Range: $22.00 - $24.15 Hourly, Job Category: Health Care, At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.

Job Summary:

Guided by policies and procedures of the DAP Health Medical Clinics and under the direction of the Clinic Nursing Manager, the Prescription Coordinator will play a critical role in optimizing the clinic workflow to create a patient-centered environment while assisting Clinicians and staff with prescriptions and prior authorizations.

Job Status:Full time, Hourly, Non-exempt

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assists with medication refills and prior authorizations requested by providers.
• Documents all patient encounters in the EHR system.
• Discontinues medications with the appropriate pharmacies.
• Works closely with Case Management, Home Care, and Community Health staff to ensure continuity of prescriptions.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and efficiently (i.e., prescription refills, new prescriptions, pre-authorization RX requests, etc.).
• Serves as patient liaison by assisting patients with questions and requests.
• Maintains unit operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Conserves unit resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Requests and retrieves client files as needed.
• Answers telephone and relay messages.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient in the utilization of the electronic medical record system as it applies to the position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Engagement in complete delivery of quality customer care in an effective and professional manner.
• Bilingual – Spanish/English preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an approved Medical Assistant program.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross accredited BLS certification.
• Knowledge and experience with medication refills and prior authorization protocols.