Job Description

Job Title: Wellness Assistant

Reports To: Wellness Coordinator Supervises: None

Summary

Assist the Wellness Coordinator in the development and implementation of wellness program initiatives and events that create awareness and motivation to help employees adapt and maintain a well-rounded healthy lifestyle. The ideal candidate is personable, energetic, professional, self-motivated, and detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines while juggling multiple projects/tasks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with coordination of wellness efforts with community wellness activities to maximize participation, (i.e. walk-a-thons, organized runs, charity events that involve a physical activity component, cooking courses, etc.).
• Provide information to patients regarding accessing services and their current status within ongoing wellness programs
• Serve as a resource to Wellness Champions and Benefit Coordinators during implementation of new wellness programs
• Assist with processing monthly eligibility files
• Perform general office duties such as answering phone, responding to emails, scanning and faxing

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Prior experience in medical setting and with EMR
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• Protect the privacy of our patients using HIPAA guidelines
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong knowledge of computer systems, including Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients using excellent written and verbal skills
• Friendly personality and ability to work as a team member

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assig