Job Information
Fairview Health Services Clinical Administrative Assistant in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Job Overview
The Clinical Administrative Assistant is responsible for serving patients, providers, and staff in facilitating access to services, tests, procedures, etc. at the direction of the care provider. The Clinical Administrative Assistant coordinates the flow and exchange of information related to patients’ activity and performs registration and scheduling functions, as well as other clerical functions that meet the needs of scheduling.
This position works for the Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) department. The VAD Team cares for patients in the hospital and community who have a mechanical heart pump.
Job Expectations:
Acquires vital consent from patient for medical records, authorization for evaluations, procedures, treatment programs, therapies, etc., from managed care plans and other payers.
Communicates with patient, staff and referring physician regarding authorization decisions.
Schedules services such as tests, procedures, follow-up visits and any other services the patient may require as taken from Doctor’s orders.
Produces efficient and accurate schedules and associated reports.
Records and updates schedule changes accurately.
Monitors discharge status of patient, discharges patients and coordinates discharge communication procedures to referring physician.
Responsible for answering of multiple telephone lines and looking after the caller’s needs quickly and thoroughly.
Participates actively in department decision-making, coordinating patients schedules for multiple subject areas.
Preferred Experience
Vocational/Technical training or Associates Degree
One to Three years relevant experience
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status