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Title:Office Assistant FT

ID:5650-2

Department:Outpatient

Description

Full time opportunityEvenings - 1:00pm - 9:00pm$20.00 - $22.00hr

Benefits Available for Full Time Employees:

+ Generous Paid Time Off Policy

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

+ Flexible Spending Account

+ Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)

+ Voluntary Life Insurance

+ Other Voluntary Benefits

+ Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Retirement Program (401k)

+ 8 Paid Holidays

MAIN FUNCTION:To assist the Office Manager with daily operational needs of the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Answer calls, transfer or take emergency messages.

+ Provide information on meetings, hotlines, and directions.

+ Greet admissions, families, and visitors; manage sign-in/out log.

+ Prepare and distribute mail, handle daily deposits, and update ledgers.

+ Collect payments, review client balances, and track Medicaid cards and tokens.

+ Assist with scheduling, client discharges, and appointment updates.

+ Input group sheets, OASAS forms, and track drug screens.

+ Maintain new and discharged client charts.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

+ Answering/transferring calls and taking messages

+ Knowledge of voicemail and confidentiality laws

+ Admission/discharge procedures

+ Computer software skills

+ Workload prioritization and independence

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicant must have a pleasant and congenial telephone manner and have a well groomed professional appearance. The individual being considered must have at least two-years experience in a similar capacity, which would demonstrate the applicant’s awareness of office procedures. The applicant must communicate well with the clients, staff and outside agencies. Typing 40 wpm.