Clerical Associate (Per Diem)

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Time Type:

Part time

Department:

Emergency Department

All Locations:

10 Gove Street – Taylor Building

Position Summary:

The Clerical Associate works together with other staff in the department promote a positive atmosphere that enhances efficient workflow through good teamwork. The Clerical Associate performs a wide variety of clerical and reception activities that support the delivery of services to patients/staff of the Specialty Department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• •Answers phones in a courteous and professional manner, using the four part greeting, which includes name, and department title.Screens and redirects calls appropriately.
• •Composes and types detailed and accurate messages using staff messaging system, and the Telephone Encounter. Calls patients as requested by a practice staff person. Manages both specialty appointment reminders and appointment recall system (wait list). Reviews emails received on a daily basis.
• •Uses computer to schedule, cancel, and confirm appointments; to requests records, to pull up and print information, and to communicate by e-mail. Maintains the practice files.
• •Interacts with patients or other staff in a professional manner, and recognizes the needs and concerns of the individual. Consistently provides excellent customer service and makes patients feel welcome. Maintains a positive attitude. Uses communication devices appropriately.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• •High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• •At least six (6) months in customer service or an office.
• •Demonstrated telephone skills (i.e. call screening, message taking and giving), in a professional manner.
• •Familiarity with use of personal computer in a Windows environment.
• •Bilingual skills (Demographic level) preferred.

Compensation Range: $20/hr. up to $27/hr., dependent on experience level.

EEO & Accommodation Statement:

NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to HRrecruit@NeighborHealth.com or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request

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