Technical assistant Jobs in Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

HealthPartners is currently hiring an Administrative Technical Assistant, Clinic Assistant at the Como Clinic

QUALIFICATIONS : REQUIRED TESTING :

Alpha-numeric data entry test (4,000 keystrokes per hour)

Medical Terminology test

REQUIRED :

Clinic Assistant Required Qualifications :

High School diploma or GED

Meets one of the following :

Graduate of a formal training program in medical reception, an equivalent program, or a customer service program

Two years experience as a medical receptionist

Two years experience in a customer service position

One year experience using data look-up and data entry functions on a mainframe or PC based computer system

One year customer service experience either via telephone or in-person within the last five years

Demonstrated ability to organize work under pressure

Demonstrated ability to function with multiple priorities and interruptions

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Administrative Technical Assistant Required Qualifications :

High School Diploma or GED

Computer experience - three years personal computer experience.

Experience in creating and working with spreadsheets, graphs and graphics with an in-depth knowledge of such computer software as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint or comparable applications.

Preferred :

Some post-secondary computer coursework

Ability to balance a variety of assignments simultaneously

Experience in office setting providing administrative support

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Oral and written communications with customers requires adequate speech, vision, and hearing. Proficiency in English is required. Proficiency in other languages may be required. Use of a telephone and computer terminal also requires adequate hand writing and manual dexterity skills.

POSITION PURPOSE :

Service excellence is to be centered on patient care and patient relationships and is the responsibility of all employees. Teamwork is the norm and all employees will be held accountable to work as effective team members. This position is a vital point of contact for a patient entering the HPMG Clinics. This position facilitates the process of scheduling appointments and has responsibility for accurate collection of current financial and demographic information. This position directly impacts revenue collection for the medical group. Provide a wide variety of administrative and technical computer support for Clinic Administration, management team, providers and staff

ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Clinic Assistant Accountabilities :

1. Customer Service

Care for each person as he / she would like to be cared for by :

Putting the patient first at every opportunity

Listening to understand each patient

Showing concern for each patient

Acting individually and with others to meet each patient's needs

Check-in and Co-pay Administration

a. Check in patients in an accurate and professional manner

b. Identify and accurately collect co-pays or appropriate fees

Use computer-based system to verify patient information

Understand and communicate benefit changes to members, or refer to appropriate resource

Communicate wait times in a diplomatic manner

Direct patients to the appropriate care area

Prepare reconciliation report

Provide patients with appropriate forms, questionnaires, etc.

Computerized Appointment Scheduling for appointments

Schedule appointments in an accurate and timely manner according to Advanced Access principles

Maintain knowledge of appointment scheduling practices

Maintain knowledge of appointment scheduling policies and procedures

Registration and Verification

a. Complete the registration process, including reviewing the registration information for completeness and accuracy and obtain further information, if necessary

b. Verify insurance eligibility, if necessary

c. Register patients in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner

d. Identify appropriate account type, e.g., Workers compensation, Motor Vehicle Accidents, etc.

Specialty Appointment Coordination

Provide patient with information required to schedule specialty appointments

Facilitate timely and accurate flow of communication within the clinic

Answer telephone and respond appropriately to the caller

Take and relay messages requiring follow-up to appropriate individuals

Prepare records and materials for new patient appointments

Assist with the clerical duties of the clinic, e.g., faxing information, making copies, etc.

Maintain open communication with Appointment Center to ensure patient and provider needs are met

Coordinate schedule templates

Coordinate emergency schedule changes

Coordinate schedule holds consistent with Advanced Access principles

Coordinate schedules regarding provider vacation, rounding, and other out of clinic changes

General Accountabilities

Perform other duties as assigned

Administrative Technical Assistant Accountabilities :

Complete, provide and handle confidential administrative support for administration, management teams, providers, and staff.

Provide direct computer support for Administration and management teams.

Prepare reports and other documents, including tables, graphs, memos as needed and directed.

Answer telephones, route calls and take messages.

Sort and distribute mail.

Coordinate and schedule meetings and appointments for designated staff and departmental committees.

Filing and copying duties.

Additional duties as required

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good - good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.