VA Medical Support Assistant

International SOS Government Medical Services; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical and security risk management is seeking a Medical Assistant in Golden, CO. This role involves providing administrative support, scheduling appointments, and ensuring efficient operations of healthcare services. Candidates must have strong communication skills and a high school diploma. Full-time positions offer competitive benefits, including medical and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Six months of customer service experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to type at least 50 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support for healthcare services.
• Coordinate appointment scheduling and manage patient records.
• Respond to customer requests in a courteous and professional manner.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Typing

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include "hands on" direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips : internationalsos.com

Job Description

This position is contingent on contract award.

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS and provide services outlined below :

International SOS is looking for individuals to provide administrative and clerical support to ensure efficient operations of healthcare services, including patient scheduling, records management, and communication with medical staff. They play a crucial role in facilitating smooth patient care and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the medical facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the performance and coordination of appointment scheduling in accordance with the Outpatient Scheduling and Process and Procedures. Front desk duties may vary at each location depending on the clinic's needs.
• Consistently responds to internal and external customer requests for assistance in a courteous, professional, cooperative, and helpful manner.
• Answers the phone within 5 rings and follows appropriate telephone etiquette. Listens attentively to questions and confirms understanding by restating to the caller.
• Collect adequate information before transferring a call to nurse, provider, social work, etc.
• Have general knowledge of use and check in of all patients via VetLink.
• Serves Patient Relations Representative and actively listens to feedback, patient concerns and self-resolve patient complaints and co-worker concerns in a tactful, professional manner.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of others in the team, participates in team huddles.
• Be courteous and cooperative and to work to achieve the goals of the clinic. This includes professional, constructive, and open communication with supervisor and other employees.
• Demonstrate the ability to adjust to change or work under pressure in a professional pleasant manner.
• Manage and complete assigned work, provide input on work progress and / or impediments.
• Work collaboratively and maintains efficient workflow.
• Receives, reviews, prepares, and ensures correct punctuation, spelling, grammar, format, styles and oversees the incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Updates patient demographics, to include phone number, address, next of kin, emergency contact and insurance capture.
• Demonstrate proficiency with use of personal computer, Outlook, Teams, VISTA, CPRS, Lync, VetLink, and Consult Tracking Management (CTM).
• Retrieve and respond to voicemail within 48 business hours.
• Opening and close clinics daily, updating no-shows within 24 hours of appointment.
• Monitor incoming and outgoing faxes and mail, in accordance with HIPPA standards.
• Provide support to patient aligned care team.
• Maintain general oversight of the VA Point of Service VetLink.
• Report malfunctions to Lead MSA / supervisor within operational day.
• Possess knowledge in use of VA software such as CPRS, VISTA, CTM, VetLink, HSRM, PPMS, and other Computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Responsible for workflow, completion, and hand-offs for assigned work.
• Review and use data from reports used to collaborate with team members for patient appointments and communicates scheduling issues to their supervisor.
• Responsible for following scheduling practices, ensuring Veterans are scheduled within the VA guidelines.
• Assess compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory program review criteria that govern service and ensure that requirements are in place and are compliant as evidenced by both internal and external reviews.
• Demonstrates participation and knowledge in the facility's Compliance and Business Integrity Program to prevent violations of the law as well as maintaining high ethical standards.
• Knowledge of safety and fire protection, emergency code awareness policies and procedures.
• Ensure all patients are identified with appropriate two patient identifiers.
• Maintain computer and IT security.
• Protects information from unauthorized release, loss, alteration, or deletion, following applicable regulations and instructions in the computer access agreement.
• Complete all mandatory required training per VAMC policy.
• Be aware of all laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to Privacy, Confidentiality and HIPPA and complies with all standards.
• Complete all performance standards within VA guidelines.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements / Certifications :

• Must possess six months of customer service experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft office products to include Excel, Word, Outlook & Microsoft Teams.
• Have the ability to type at least 50 words per minute.
• Experience and understanding of healthcare delivery preferred with basic medical terminology knowledge.

Education Required :

• High School (HS) or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

Physical Requirements :

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior / office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications :

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Pass / possess required clearance.

Additional information required for final submission :

• Resume
• Copy of Diploma or GED

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Comp. Min $16 / hr Max $22 / hr

Benefits - Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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