Clinic/Practice Assistant, Cardiology

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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Job Summary
The Elfers Cardiovascular Center is located on the Newton-Wellesley Hospital main campus (2014 Washington Street, 2nd floor, in Newton, MA). Our team provides a wide range of outpatient care for patients who have a high risk of heart disease. We provide diagnosis, management of acute and chronic conditions, and preventive care.

Please note, local travel to other Newton-Wellesley Cardiology sites in Needham and Chestnut Hill may be required during times of staffing shortages or other extenuating circumstances (for cross-coverage purposes). Due to this requirement, this position requires the ability to commute to various locations/reliable transportation.

This is a full-time, 40-hour role expected to be onsite Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Summary
Performs both administrative and clinical functions to support smooth and efficient clinical service or practice operations, under minimal supervision. Performs administrative duties related to patient visits including scheduling, check-in, check-out duties (performs all duties of the other levels at highest proficiency level). Actual job duties may vary by Department.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions
-Perform routine administrative and clerical duties relating to a clinical service or physician practice office. Make patient appointments and maintain appointment records. Assist callers with routine inquiries, and schedule appointments. Process patient billing forms and scan documents to patient medical record/LMR.
-Acts as "Super User" for scheduling, registration and billing systems. Provides assistance and training to others in these areas. May perform more complex or specialized functions (i.e. surgical scheduling, schedule changes/blocking) at more advanced competency level.
-Provides functional guidance to Office and Practice Assistants.
-In conjunction with Supervisor oversees daily activities of practice staff.
-May be required to accept co-payments. Handles, screens and/or takes messages related to prior authorizations, provider questions, prescription refills, and test results.

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Health Administration preferred or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Experience in administrative roles, preferably in a healthcare setting 3-5 years required

Experience in a supervisory or leadership role 1-2 years preferred

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2000 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range
$19.37 - $27.71/Hourly

Grade
4

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