Administrative Assistant

Company: Family Centers
Location: Stamford
Posted on: March 26, 2020

Job Description:

The incumbent performs various duties as an administrative member of the community health center and/or school based health centers' team. The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A strong ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure success in this multi-faceted role.----ResponsibilitiesGreets and checks in patients and assists them in accessing services in a timely mannerAnswer telephone, provides information to callers, routes calls as appropriate, take clear & concise messages and contacts appropriate staff to promote effective communications.Maintains patient charts/records/clinic logs and database in health centerMaintains appointment books, schedules patients, and medical/dental appointments to organize office visits and meetings ensuring adequate provider coverage and smooth patient flow and customer satisfaction.Requests and verifies all demographic information as well as insurance information including authorization and precertification.Collects payments from patients for charges and copays. Completes all necessary documentation for payments accrued. Reconciles payments daily.Demonstrates professional, courteous, and respectful attitude during interactions with patients and guests of the health center.Performs other duties as assignedQualificationsAssociates Degree or Business Institute CertificateTwo years prior administrative assistant/reception experience preferably in a healthcare setting.Bi-lingual Spanish requiredExposure/experience with Medical terminology and physician billing practices helpfulDemonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and to maintain sense of calm with individuals under stressStrong interpersonal, customer service and communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office suite

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