Clinical Coordinator

Description

OAK Orthopedics, a division of Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, is currently seeking a Clinical Coordinator.  Responsibilities include,but are not limited to:

• Assist physician and/or physician assistant, nurse practitioner in patient exam rooms 
• Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure, and document all information in EMR system. 
• Give instructions to patients as instructed by physician or physician assistant. 
• Educates patient/family about diagnostic p[procedures, pre-operative and post-operative care. 
• Ensure all related reports, labs, and information is filed and available in patient’s medical record. 
• Keep exam room stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, prepare sterilization as required. 
• All other duties as assigned by physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or Clinical Administrator 
• Greets, screens, schedules and directs patients to exam rooms. 
• Processes correspondence, answers and screens telephone calls, takes messages, and provider information. 
• Obtains, verifies, and updates patient information. Provides support services to patients.
• Requests, locates, sends, and receives patient medical records. 
• Schedules surgeries and procedures with local facilities 
• Prepares patient charts for clinical days 
• Schedules patient appointments and procedures according to established protocols. 
• Maintains patient confidentiality 
• Perform orthopedic office procedures under supervision of physician or physician assistant 

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Health care certification or license preferred 
• Knowledge of medical terminology, grammar, spelling and punctuation 
• Knowledge of computer programs 
• Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette skills 
• Ability to maintain effective and organized with patient flow 
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical assistants in clinical arena. 
• Skill in organizational matters including time management, prioritization, and multitasking. 
• Skilled in writing
• Skill in problem solving 
• Skill in managing accountability in practice setting 
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending and lifting. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Must be able to use a variety of office equipment. Occasionally lifting and carrying files up to 50 pounds. May require working under stressful conditions.  

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.  Apply today!