Medical Front Office Assistant

At Prospect Behavioral Pediatrics and Psychiatry we strive to deliver patient centered evidence based treatment modalities, with the goal to make a real difference to children, adolescents and adults with mental health challenges and their families. We approach psychiatric illness in a compassionate and integrated fashion to arrive at the best treatment options available. We are looking for a dedicated and flexible team player, to work closely with a triple board certified psychiatrist and doctoral prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner.

Minimum qualifications/job description:

Accompany patients to clinical area, take vitals, patient history.

Assist with front office duties including answering phones, scheduling appointments, office communication, calling medical offices, scheduling referrals.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing required.

Provide care that meets the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care.

Provide care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of Nurse Practitioner/or Physician.

Maintain regulatory requirements, nursing and office policies, procedures and standards.

Ability to assist staff with routine examinations and patient treatments.

Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Communicate appropriately and clearly to co-workers, physicians and office manager.

Maintain infection control standards for exam/procedure rooms.

Maintain office equipment: knowledgeable of sterilization/cleaning techniques.

Benefits:

Positive, enthusiastic, and compassionate working environment.

Competitive compensation that are negotiable based on experience and education.

Hours:

Part time. Hours negotiable.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person