- serve as a liaison between the physician and others
- demonstrate competent written and medical terminology skills
- perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining records, medical transcription, and
application of computer management tools and equipment
- perform clinical duties such as basic first aid and CPR, applying principles of aseptic techniques and infection
control, taking vitals and patient histories, collecting and processing specimens, performing CLIA-waived testing,
performing patient follow up, preparing and administering medications, as directed by a physician, and
maintaining examination and treatment areas
- apply legal concepts such as proper documentation and reporting, policies for initiating and/or terminating medical
treatment, license and accreditation maintenance, government compliance with the disposal of controlled substances,
and changes in health care legislation to the practice
- manage the facilities, equipment, and inventory of a medical office, while maintaining the highest levels of safety
and efficiency
- provide instruction through orienting patients and other office personnel to establish policies and procedures
- manage practice finances including bookkeeping, accounts receivable, adjustments, and banking,
- demonstrate proficient knowledge of computer software as it applies to document production, spreadsheets, and
databases
- perform mathematical calculations related to the medical office environment
- review and interpret medical records for disease processes, surgical procedures, and other medical treatments
- code, classify, and index diagnoses and procedures for reimbursement by Medicare, Medicaid, and medical
insurances using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding.
- recognize and problem solve situations related to the medical office environment
- perform in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self, and others
- demonstrate professional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- demonstrate professional conduct and apply legal, social, and ethical responsibilities within the health care
environment
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Marion Technical College
1467 Mt. Vernon Avenue
Marion, Ohio 43302
Phone: 740.389.4636
Fax: 740.389.6136
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