Job Description
Job Description
At GI Associates we believe in striving for the best outcomes for our patients, employees, and community.
Imagine your next career as a digestive health expert! GI Associates is looking for motivated people to join our growing independent gastroenterology practice. Our nationally recognized physicians and dedicated team are patient-focused and provide compassionate, collaborative care to patients across southeast Wisconsin.
GI Associates provides an excellent work-life balance and amazing benefits package including :
- No weekends
- No Holidays
- PTO & paid anniversary day
- 7% GI Associates retirement contribution & 401(k) plan
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Flexible spending plan
- Short- & long-term disability
- Basic & supplemental life insurance
Position summary
Our Clinical Assistant position has the unique opportunity to contribute to a harmonious work environment by providing patient care while supporting our physician practice at GI Associates. Our position maintains and manages our GI Practice’s in a strong team environment and offers the highest quality of care to both patients, family members, and community. Our Clinical Assistant position is an integral part of the foundation at GI Associates with patients and family members looking to you for their choice of the highest quality care in GI.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares EMR for prior authorization requests and follow up as neededUpdates in the EMR medication list, and problems / diagnosis list when neededAppropriately schedules necessary labs, Endoscopy procedures, x-rays, or any other ancillary / appointments for patients considering proper insurance coverage per locationAssists in patient education (i.e., Handouts, etc.)May travel to other infusion center locationsUtilizes PMS, EMR, EPIC appropriately and efficientlyMaintains a high level of confidentialityMaintains clean and organized workstationWorks collaboratively with physician / mid-level, physician practice MA or RN representative, and Infusion RN to optimize patient careDocuments patient care accurately, in the proper location in the EMR, and in a timely fashion.Notifies pre-certification department of scheduled infusions and / or proceduresMaintains review and documentation IBD oral / injectable medication prior authorization requestsAnswers and follows up on patient phone calls in a timely fashionAnswers and follows up on IBD group phone calls and messages with documentation in EMRMaintains review and follow up of IBD group Faxcom / work queuesMinimum requirements
High School Diploma / GEDCurrent BLS certificationOne year of healthcare experienceKnowledge of Medical TerminologyDesired Qualifications
Previous gastroenterology experience preferredCompletion of a Medical Assistant program preferredE04JI80004vh408907f