Practice Medical Receptionist - Psych - Support Staff Psych

Requisition Number: 12145

Pay Range: $19.84 - $33.03 per hour

Location : CHA Cambridge Hospital 
Category : Clerical and Administrative Support
Department : Psych - Support Staff Psych
Job Type : Full time
Union Name : CH Laborers 380

Work Schedule: Day / EveningLength Of Shift(s) In Hours: 8
Shift Details: Monday & Friday 9:30-6:00, T-W-Th 10:30-7:00
Hours/Week: 40.00
Weekend Requirements: No
Holiday Requirements: No
On Call Requirements: No

Department Description

Exciting opportunity to provide new models of care for walk-in/urgent care access including days, evenings and weekends. The new CHA CBHC Malden and Cambridge program provides behavioral health evaluation, resource referral, and initial treatment services for individuals of all ages. 

Summary
Performs a wide range of administrative and support functions for the department. Acts as the link between the health provider, the patient, and other Alliance departments, outside service agencies and consulting providers. Serves as a primary point of contact for patients and visitors in an outpatient unit and provides excellent customer service through clear communication.

Other Information

High School Diploma; some college preferred 

Work Experience: Preferably one-year experience, preferably in a medical setting 

Excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette

Demonstrates effective communication skills 

Excellent organizational skills 

Ability to work independently or in teams 

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment 

Knowledge of Medical Terminology preferred 

EPIC experience preferred

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

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. 

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