Practice Support Assistant
Optum · Somerville, MA · 1 mo ago
Administrative$16.15–$28.8/hrFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as a role model and mentor for support staff; assist with onboarding and training
- Manage complex scheduling tasks, including appointment booking and patient outreach
- Ensure accurate data collection and reporting, handle follow-up activities and referral tracking
- Deliver exceptional customer service, resolving escalated issues and supporting patient satisfaction
- Oversee waiting room operations, verify patient information, and assist with check-in/check-out processes
- Complete and process forms, prior authorizations, prescription renewals, and other documentation
- Collaborate with supervisors on coverage and workflow; lead huddles as needed
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and special projects
Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1+ years of customer service or healthcare experience
- Access to reliable transportation
Benefits
- Competitive base pay
- Full and comprehensive benefit program
- Performance rewards
- Management team committed to your success
- Benefits include:
- Paid time off
- Medical plan options
- Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Education reimbursement
- Employee discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
Pay
The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment.