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Ochsner Health System MED Assistant - Family Practice - REQ_00210603 in Long Beach, Mississippi
This position is for a (MED Assistant - Family Practice Clinic) located in Long Beach, MS.
Summary: At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job provides individualized, medical care of assigned patients in person, electronically and via telephone under the supervision of a licensed health care provider. Assists in the delivery of health care services to patients of diverse backgrounds and age and maintains positive relationships with patients and their families. Works effectively with fellow employees to ensure the efficient flow of patients throughout their visit, providing support to them as well as to the attending physician. Communicates via phone to ensure patient needs are met timely and accurately. Accesses company's data systems to document pertinent medical information.
Duties and Responsibilities: Effectively manage work volume by handling inbound calls/fax/ePA requests utilizing appropriate courteous and professional behavior based upon established standards. Comply with departmental, company, state, and federal requirements when processing all information to ensure accuracy of information being provided to internal and external customers. Communication with other internal groups regarding determination status and results (seniors, pharmacists, appeals, etc). Identify and elevate clinical inquiries to the pharmacist team as appropriate.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
