Practice Assistant II
Brigham and Women's Hospital | |
United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
60 Fenwood Road (Show on map) | |
Sep 22, 2024 | |
Description
Brigham and Women's Hospital is dedicated to: *serving the needs of our local and global community All employees are expected to embrace this commitment and demonstrate behavioral competencies in the following areas: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform duties under moderate supervision with intermediate to advanced proficiency in administrative skills. May perform more complex or specialized functions (i.e. surgical scheduling) at the highest competency level. Utilize knowledge of HMOs, managed care, and other third-party insurers, and troubleshoot insurance issues as appropriate. Assist with training and orienting staff as needed. Provide cross-coverage as needed. Assist with special projects as directed. Follow HIPAA guidelines for the management of patient privacy and confidentiality. Other duties, as assigned. Qualifications
Level of education required: Minimum of one year of applicable work experience is required. Some additional training in office systems or other post-high school education is preferred. SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Verbal skills: Ability to interpret information as appropriate, answer more complex questions in the most professional manner and communicate in a professional, courteous, clear and concise manner. Organization Skills: Ability to manage work processes in a neat and orderly way and to sort and alphabetize. Ability to Writing Skills: Ability to correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively in writing (via e-mail, memo or System Skills: Ability to type accurately and enter data at an intermediate level. Advanced computer skills. Ability to use all applicable applications at highest competency level. Understanding of the appropriate use and importance of related forms. Intermediate understanding and use of medical terminology. Intermediate comprehension of insurance types and referral process. Intermediate comprehension of registration and fiscal information. Knowledgeable and compliant with all hospital, State, and Federal requirements (where applicable to job performance), including policy and procedures with The Joint Commission and HIPAA. EEO StatementBWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Primary Location
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MA-Boston-BWH Boston Main Campus
Work Locations
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BWH Boston Main Campus
75 Francis St
Boston
02115 Job
:
Practice Assistant/Patient Services Coord
Organization
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Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)
Schedule
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Full-time
Standard Hours
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40
Shift
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Day Job
Posted Shift Description
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Variable 8:30-5:30
Employee Status
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Regular
Recruiting Department
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BWH Primary Care
Job Posting
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Aug 5, 2024
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