Remote Medical Assistant for Chronic Care Management (Part-time)
Job description
Remote Medical Assistant for Chronic Care Management (Part-time)Fair Haven Community Health Care’s mission is providing quality, compassionate primary medical, dental and Behavioral Health care to those who needed it the most. We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality medical and dental care, regardless of ability to pay.
Position Summary
The Remote Medical Assistant for Chronic Care Management (CCM) will play a crucial role in our CCM program by providing essential support to patients and healthcare providers. This part-time, remote position requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Duties and responsibilities
The Medical Assistant for CCM will work closely with the Population Health Nursing Administrator to increase access to the CCM for FHCHC Patients and to document CCM program progress in Epic. Typical duties include but are not limited to:
• Review patient medical records to identify individuals eligible for Chronic Care Management (CCM) services.
• Coordinate with FHCHC healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and address any patient concerns or questions.
• Document all patient interactions and care plan activities in the electronic medical record.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Prepare and submit required documentation for billing and reimbursement purposes.
• Assist with data entry and reporting as needed.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of a Medical Assistant program (diploma) from an accredited school or be a certified Medical Assistant with a minimum of one year of experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs) and Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and software.
American with Disabilities Requirements:
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.
Fair Haven Community Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FHCHC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
