Ambulatory Program Assistant Coordinator

Ambulatory Program Assistant Coordinator

The Ambulatory Program Assistant Coordinator assists specialty clinics with additional and unique needs of the patient population. Ambulatory Program Assistant Coordinators perform clinical functions (e.g. vital signs, medication review, pending of medication refills), assist RNCCs with administrative tasks, and provide general support to RNCCs. Under the direction of the clinic manager or designee, Ambulatory Program Assistant Coordinators support clinic functions by retrieving medical record, covering Epic InBaskets, obtaining prior authorizations, and assisting with procedures. This position requires providing service to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional / developmental age of the individual served.

Responsibilities include :

• Assists the LIP in assuring effective and efficient clinic operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, referring providers, and patients
• Assists the registered nurse and / or provider with patients' physical, psychological, social, and cultural data collection according to practice standards and institutional policy / procedure.
• Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities considering patient and interdisciplinary team needs.
• Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the provider.
• Provides care for all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional / developmental age of the individual served.
• Assists to develop and implement patient / family teaching plans based on identified health education needs and condition and age of the patient.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Performs administrative support responsibilities.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.
• Contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned in accordance with specialties served.
• Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy.

Minimum Requirements :

Physical Demands :

Position Compensation Range : $18.37 - $28.47 Hourly

Benefits :

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions / procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

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