Administrative Assistant - Outpatient Therapy Clinic
About the role
Be the Heart of Our Therapy Team! Are you organized, friendly, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping others? Our growing Outpatient Therapy Facility is seeking an Administrative Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and enjoys making a positive impact on the patient experience from the very first phone call. As the first point of contact for our patients, you'll play a vital role in ensuring smooth daily operations, exceptional customer service, and seamless scheduling and insurance coordination.
Responsibilities
- Process and maintain patient charts, including gathering information from other facilities and departments as needed.
- Demonstrate proficiency in Epic and other healthcare software systems.
- Answer incoming calls professionally and accurately document and process information received.
- Maintain patient records, forms, and documentation in compliance with facility standards.
- Assist patients with registration and onboarding processes.
- Respond promptly and courteously to patient inquiries, requests, and concerns.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming office environment.
- Assist with inventory management of office and therapy supplies.
- Perform additional administrative duties as assigned.
- Contact patients within two business days of receiving a referral to schedule initial evaluations.
- Schedule follow-up appointments based on therapist recommendations and treatment plans.
- Follow up on missing referral information to ensure timely patient care.
- Verify active insurance coverage and confirm authorization approvals prior to patient visits.
- Help patients navigate scheduling and insurance-related questions with professionalism and compassion.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Experience with Epic or other electronic medical record systems preferred.
- Healthcare, medical office, or therapy clinic experience is a plus.
- Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: One (1) year of previous medical office experience preferred. Experience with Epic or other electronic medical record systems preferred.
Skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative healthcare team.
- Professional, compassionate, and patient-focused approach.
Pay
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Pay Grade: Health-22
Schedule
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
Benefits
At our Outpatient Therapy Facility, we believe exceptional patient care begins with exceptional support staff. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to helping patients regain function, improve mobility, and enhance their quality of life. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your organizational skills and compassion make a difference every day, we'd love to meet you. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!