Clinical Assistant I, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Salem

This is the job opportunity that could change your career. At Carilion Clinic, our team provides support for clinical and medical staff in a forward-thinking environment. You will thrive through extensive training, supportive leaders and potential for advancement. Carilion offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and tuition options. Join a team where your skills and ideas will make a difference in the health of our patients and the communities we live in.

The Clinical Assistant is accountable for performing office or clinical job responsibilities as needed for the department, provides support for clinical and medical staff in the delivery of quality medical care, and assists with patient care as directed by the physician and clinical staff within scope of training.

The job duties of the Clinical Assistant include, but are not limited to, the following:
 

• Prepare patient for physician/provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, assisting during exams and procedures.
• Collect patient information to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc.
• Document patient information in the electronic medical record; update information as indicated; record appointments of referrals and diagnostic studies; complete requisitions for lab, x-ray, etc.
• Maintain work area, exam, treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
• Observe all safety precautions and standards; assures proper disposal of specimens and contaminated waste.
• Greets patients and assists with check-in/check-out procedures.
• Answers phones; schedules appointments; and receives/relays messages.
• Registration: Ensures all insurance, demographic, and eligibility information is obtained and entered into the appropriate system(s) accurately and in accordance with established procedures. Ensures patient signatures are obtained on all necessary documents.
• Collects co-payments, deductibles, and other self-pay amounts at time of service.
• Maintains cash box and receipt books: receiving payments on accounts, daily balancing of cash drawer and credit card receipts, as applicable.