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Completes daily sign offs on entire departments pulmonary function and sleep tests so final reports can be distributed to appropriate physician offices
manages outpatient Overnight Oximetry Clinic (sleep apnea clinic). Books
maintains and manages appointments for patients such as receiving referrals and determining urgency and priority. Resolves time conflicts between other appointments. Works closely with Respiratory Therapists
Respirologists and other departments in providing further care for patients. Checks in patients day of test
• Provides patient demonstration and instruction on sleep apnea devices while accommodating specific needs. Acts as first point of contact for questions and concerns from patients and co-workers. Downloads Overnight Oximetrys through Profox application. Process tests to prepare them for dictation and transcription such as entering tests and exam management for billing purposes
Produces documents such as following day slate
memos
reports
creation of files and spreadsheets while utilizing programs such as Word and Excel
Completes monthly period end for billing
Processes incoming and outgoing calls and emails responding to inquiries based on urgency
Designs and maintains electronic and paper-based filing and distribution system for patient files
correspondence and reports such as creating and labelling files
scanning
and faxing information. Problem solves in finding old tests needed for further care through filing system and/or requesting old records from Access
Workload for Home Oxygen Program. Arranges home oxygen assessment visits between patients and Respiratory Therapists. Arranges travel plans for Respiratory Therapists. Process Home Oxygen approvals and assessments in RedCap application
Participates in meetings to problem solve and find solutions for more effective work flows
Orders supplies for office through Staples and purchasing department
Provides workload for other desks in staff absences while maintaining own desk duties.