Public Health Office Assistant
Be the welcoming face of the Health Department! As a Public Health Office Assistant, you'll help keep our services running smoothly by assisting patients, managing registration, supporting clerical operations, and maintaining accurate records. You'll play a vital role in connecting the community to essential health services and ensuring a positive experience for all.
What You'll Do :
- Greet and assist patients in person and by phone
- Register patients, schedule visits, and verify insurance
- Enter and maintain data in state health systems (e.g., MOHSIS, CASA)
- Collect and reconcile payments and maintain accurate records
- Support vaccine inventory and monitor storage temperatures
- Help with reports, mail, supplies, and general office duties
- Provide clerical support at outreach sites and special clinics
- Assist with birth / death certificate processing and voter registration
- Promote a friendly, organized, and professional front office environment
Minimum Requirements :
High school diploma or equivalentAt least 2 years of clerical, receptionist, or data entry experience (preferably in healthcare or customer service)Typing speed of at least 30 wpm and basic Microsoft Office skillsStrong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skillsDetail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to multitask effectivelyPreferred Qualifications :
Experience with Medicaid billing or vendor communicationFamiliarity with basic billing processesReady to be the heart of our front desk? Apply now and help us deliver excellent public health services to our communityone patient at a time!