Triage Secretary - East Brunswick, United States - Astera-OneOncology

Astera-OneOncology

Verified Company

East Brunswick, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Scope:

The Triage Secretary assists physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and nurses so they may quickly and effectively provide health care to their patients.

The Triage Secretary is responsible for scheduling patients, coordinating patient care with other healthcare facilities, and collaborating with home infusion services.

Essential

Responsibilities:

Call/contact patients as requested by MDs to provide lab and test results
Process all paperwork and faxes received from Triage and Operators in a timely manner
Enroll patients and document in treatment plan
Enroll patients in pharmaceutical programs
Assist with authorizations from prescription phone line, completing prior authorizations for narcotics
Scan approved authorizations into chart, following up with pharmacy and patient to advise
Initiate hospice, VNA and physical therapy papers
Prepare prescriptions for Durable Medical Equipment
Process lab work and mastectomy prescriptions
Work with MDs to ensure patients receive appropriate clearance for surgery
Coordinate patient care with other healthcare facilities, communicating with MD and other facilities to ensure required medical paperwork signoff and completed
Respects and maintains the patient's right to privacy by protecting confidential information by adhering to HIPAA guidelines
Comply with all State, Federal and Local Regulations
All other duties as assigned

Miscellaneous

Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills
Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills
Possess good analytical judgment and the ability to pay close attention to detail
Demonstrate good problemsolving skills and the ability to work under pressure
Demonstrates the ability to work well with peers while ensuring a strong cohesive team
Follows the chain of command appropriately when necessary

Education And/Or Experience

High School Diploma or GED required. Clerical experience preferred, but not essential.
Knowledge of standard office equipment, i.e. computer, fax, copier and telephone skills required.
Currently a hybrid work model with travel to our East Brunswick location.

Pay:
From $20.00 per hour

Benefits: