Practice Assistant II

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Job Summary
Department: Rheumatology

Schedule: Monday - Friday, Normal Business Hours, Onsite

Compensation: The pay rate for this position starts at $20.00 per hour, with increases based on the candidate's years of experience.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, discounted MBTA pass & more!

Step into a role where your work truly makes a difference every day! As a vital member of our clinical operations team, you'll provide administrative support to ensure our practice runs smoothly and efficiently. In this dynamic, fast-paced role, you'll be the friendly face that plays a key role in creating a positive, efficient, and compassionate environment for both patients and clinical staff.

The Practice Assistant II supports efficient practice operations by providing administrative and patient-facing support under general supervision. Responsibilities include scheduling, check-in/check-out, patient communication, and office coordination. Duties may vary by department.

What You'll Do:

• Schedule patient appointments and maintain appointment records.
• Greet and assist patients and respond to routine inquiries.
• Manage phone calls, appointment scheduling, and message routing.
• Process billing forms and scan documents into EPIC.
• Request medical records and laboratory results.
• Distribute mail and faxes and prepare routine correspondence.
• Collect patient co-payments as needed.
• Handle messages related to prior authorizations, provider questions, prescription refills, and test results.
• Serve as an EPIC Super User for scheduling, registration, and billing systems (training provided).
• Assist with training staff and perform advanced scheduling functions, including surgical scheduling and schedule management, as needed.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• 2-3 years of office experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of office operations and administrative procedures.
• Strong phone, customer service, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow established processes and work effectively within a team.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Why Join Mass General Brigham?

• Join a world-renowned healthcare system recognized for excellence in patient care and innovation.
• Grow your career through professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits including competitive pay, health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

32 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range
$17.71 - $24.94/Hourly

Grade
3

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EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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