Advanced Medical Support Assistant
By U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs At Lamar, CO, United States
Develops and manages a tracking system for follow up care such as consults, tests, etc..
Participates in team huddles and team meetings to manage and plan patient care.
Monitors pre-appointment requirements to assure readiness for patient visit/procedure (e.g., X-ray, lab work).
Manages electronic wait list to verify and validate accuracy and resolve issues.
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in the medical field? Become an Advanced Medical Support Assistant and make a difference in the lives of patients! With this position, you will be responsible for providing administrative and clinical support to healthcare professionals, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care. You will also have the opportunity to work with a variety of medical professionals and gain valuable experience in the medical field. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, this is the job for you!

Overview Advanced Medical Support Assistants (AMSA) provide administrative and clinical support to medical staff in a variety of healthcare settings. They are responsible for a variety of tasks, including scheduling appointments, preparing patient charts, taking vital signs, and providing patient education. They may also assist with medical procedures, such as drawing blood or administering injections. Detailed Job Description Advanced Medical Support Assistants are responsible for providing administrative and clinical support to medical staff. This includes scheduling appointments, preparing patient charts, taking vital signs, and providing patient education. They may also assist with medical procedures, such as drawing blood or administering injections. They must be knowledgeable about medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, as well as medical office procedures. They must be able to accurately document patient information and maintain patient confidentiality. Job Skills Required
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Knowledge of medical office procedures
• Ability to accurately document patient information
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Job Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a medical assistant program
• Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) or Advanced Medical Support Assistant (AMSA)
• Previous experience in a medical office setting
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Knowledge of medical office procedures
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
• Knowledge of medical coding and billing
Job Experience
• Previous experience in a medical office setting
• Previous experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Previous experience with medical coding and billing
Job Responsibilities
• Scheduling appointments
• Preparing patient charts
• Taking vital signs
• Providing patient education
• Assisting with medical procedures, such as drawing blood or administering injections
• Accurately documenting patient information
• Maintaining patient confidentiality
• Adhering to HIPAA regulations
• Processing medical coding and billing