Full Time Administrative Assistant - Healthcare

DescriptionPosition at Granite Recovery CentersFull Time Administrative Assistant – Effingham, NHAt Granite Recovery Centers, our experienced professionals put your treatment needs first. We are proud to provide high-quality addiction treatment by focusing on counseling services, supported by medical treatment. Our entire staff is committed to ensuring that every patient in our program is successful in recovery.ResponsibilitiesCreates a welcoming atmosphere by greeting visitors and patients to the facilityChecks in and checks out patients in a timely, friendly mannerOutstanding professional phone management skills: manages a multiline telephone system efficiently and politely, minimizing hold timeComforts patients by answering any questions they may haveExpedites patient processing by having them fill out formsObtains patient identification and insurance informationMaintains patient accounts by verifying insurance information and coordinating with relevant organizations for payment and referral requirementsKeeps doctor, nurses, medical assistants, and any other related staff informed of scheduling, patient details, and potential service delaysHelps maintain office inventory; may place orders for office supplies and schedule service for office equipment repairsProtects patients’ right of confidentiality; mandatory familiarity with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2Coordinates transportation for patients as neededSchedules testing and procedures for patients as necessaryHelps respond to medical emergencies, if necessaryQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED requiredDirect experience as a medical office receptionist in a fast-paced clinic, hospital, or similar healthcare setting preferred.Must be able to multitask effectively; critical time management skills necessaryUnderstanding of basic healthcare terminologyDemonstrated ability to interact with healthcare professionals, patients, and insurance companies alikeExcellent customer service skillsPleasant phone demeanorComputer skills required; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite mandatoryCPR and BLS certifiedMust be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checkSalary RangeGenerally starting at $18.00 an hour.The salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty, and training.BenefitsCompetitive salaryComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)Generous paid time off accrualExcellent growth and development opportunitiesSatisfying and rewarding work striving to overcome the opioid epidemicTotal compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck. Please consider the total compensation package by contacting us at BayMark Health Services for more information.Here Is What You Can Expect From UsGranite Recovery Center is committed to helping people achieve lasting sobriety through comprehensive care and compassionate support. Founded by and staffed with individuals in recovery themselves, we treat residents with the respect and dignity they deserve. Our center provides individualized care and evidence-based clinical approaches in an environment that promotes healing.Granite Recovery Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.