Practice Assistant II

About the role

Under the supervision of the Site Manager or Associate Director, provides a combination of clinical and administrative support to physicians in a high-volume ambulatory clinic setting, functioning as the primary interface between patients and providers. Emphasis is placed on the ability to stay organized and to prioritize administrative and clinical tasks essential to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Manages confidential patient information
• Rooming patients and doing patient intakes in exam room
• Scheduling patient appointments at front desk
• Answering phones with the highest level of customer service
• Checking patients in and out of appointments
• Collecting copayments
• Helping to manage incoming information via phone and fax

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Prefer 1 year of experience in a medical administrative support position or worked as a medical assistant within a busy medical site or department
• Office experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficiency with all Office Suite
• Knowledge of office operations and standards
• Understanding of office procedures, including filing, copying, scanning, printing, and faxing
• Ability to use the phone system, manage more non-routine phone calls, and solve routine issues as appropriate
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents, corresponding and communicating with others clearly and effectively (including composing/editing e-mails, memos, and letters)
• Managing one's own time and the time of others
• Well-organized and good time management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems
• Excellent verbal communications skills required for the telephone, interaction with patients and others
• Strong organizational skills a must

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Department: MEE Radiology
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 4:30 pm | 8:30am to 5pm| 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!

Section

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Remote Type

Onsite Work Location 243-245 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Employee Type Regular
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
Pay Range $17.71 - $24.94/Hourly Grade 3

EEO Statement

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary 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 (857)-282-7642.