Patient Access Representative II - TB Clinic

Patient Access Representative II - TB Clinic

Requisition Number: 9575

Pay Range: $21.76 - $36.23 per hour

Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital

Work Days: Monday - Wednesday 20 hours

Category: Medical Assistant

Department: TB Clinic

Job Type: Part Time

Work Shift: Day / Evening

Hours/Week: 20.00

Union Name: CH Laborers 380

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

The mission of the Cambridge Public Health Department (CPHD) is to improve the quality of life for all who live, learn, work, and play in the city by preventing illness and injury; encouraging healthy behaviors; and ensuring safe and healthy environments. CPHD protects and promotes the health of everyone in Cambridge through services, information, policies, and regulations.

Summary:

The Patient Access Representative II (PAR II) position consists of both administrative/clerical functions in addition to the clinical responsibilities of the medical assistant.

PAR IIs are essential members of the ambulatory team. They provide the ambulatory site the flexibility of meeting both clinical and administrative needs, while contributing to the smooth operation of the clinic by facilitating patient flow.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program.

• Certifications: Maintains current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider

• Linguistic Capabilities: Ability to write and verbally communicate in English.

• Knowledge of a second language preferred.

• Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.

• Minimum of one year administrative duties in a clinical setting preferred.

• Proficient in phlebotomy skills Duties as assigned

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.