Clinic/Practice Assistant II

  • 2410 Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc.
  • Boston-MA
  • 6mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • Hybrid
Site: The General Hospital Corporation


 

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Job Summary

The Patient Services Coordinator II (PSC II), under general supervision of the Manager provides administrative support to multiple health care providers in a high-volume ambulatory setting, functioning as the primary interface between patients and providers within the Cardiology outpatient practice.

In this role, the PSC provides administrative support and coordination for aspects of patient care for both new and established patients. Emphasis is placed on exceptional customer service, the ability to communicate effectively, organize priorities, complete tasks, manage confidential patient information, and enhance patient experience.

Duties and tasks can be complex in nature and judgment and teamwork are required in handling issues and requests. Work is performed under minimal supervision.

This position qualifies for a hybrid work schedule after competencies, judgment, follow-through and communication skills are demonstrated successfully. The fixed hybrid schedule in this practice consists of 3 days onsite and 2 days working from home. A laptop will be provided.


 

Qualifications

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Will be supporting multiple physicians in within the department and support coverage of the departments ACD line.
  • Serves as a liaison for patient/family/provider with an emphasis on superior customer service and a high standard of timely communication and response.
  • Interacts in a courteous manner with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff within and outside of MGH to coordinate care of patients, obtain referrals, provide feedback, answer questions, etc.
  • Triages and manages complex telephone calls, utilizing courteous customer service skills. This includes the responsibility to collect detailed information provided by patients, internal/external providers, and others to either resolve problems directly or ensure appropriate escalation to clinicians or management.
  • Schedules patient appointments and manages changes ranging in complexity from one appointment to multiple coordinated appointments/tests/procedures. Prepares and sends follow-up appointment reminder communications to patients in a timely manner via Patient Gateway or mail.
  • Coordinates the scheduling of diagnostic testing and procedures.
  • Communicates/confirms dates, locations, pre-procedure requirements, etc. to patients via Patient Gateway, telephone, and/or mail. Tracks, collects, and delivers required pre-procedure clinical data and results within timeframes specified.
  • Performs the daily management of EP’s Epic Front Desk InBasket pool and other staff messages.
  • Coordinates and tracks new referral appointments. Manages multiple associated work queues.
  • Recognizes emergencies and appropriately responds using standard operating procedures and critical thinking skills.
  • Provides support and information to providers (MDs, fellows, advanced practice clinicians, RNs) to problem solve and manage complex administrative patient issues
  • Communicates proactively and responsively with front desk staff and medical assistants in the ambulatory clinic setting.
  • Responds to requests from physicians’ offices, family, MGH revenue groups, or government agencies for letters of medical necessity, letters to schools, copies of medical records, etc.
  • Understands patient financial services and international resources and provides patients with information as needed.
  • Provides cross coverage for other EP administrative staff members for absences, vacations, etc. and during variations in workflow, as needed.
  • Maintains physicians’ calendars, coordinates & communicates schedule with lab and practice locations as necessary
  • Maintains confidentiality and privacy, which is consistent with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Assists with training and orientation of new staff, when applicable.
  • Participates in periodic staff meetings or other departmental meetings.
  • Identifies and communicates to leadership issues of process creating inefficiencies within the practice, and assists in their resolution
  • Performs other duties and/or works on special projects as assigned.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Experience
office experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency with all Office Suite, Knowledge of office operations and standards and understanding of office procedures including filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing.
- Ability to use phone system and manage more non-routine phone calls and solve routine issues as appropriate.
- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience and talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents, to correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively (including composing/editing e-mail, memos and letters), and to take complete and accurate messages.
- 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.


 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements
  • Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
  • Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

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    Remote Type

    Hybrid


     

    Work Location

    125 Nashua Street


     

    Scheduled Weekly Hours

    40


     

    Employee Type

    Regular


     

    Work Shift

    Day (United States of America)



     

    Pay Range

    $17.36 - $24.45/Hourly


     

    Grade

    3


     

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