Administrative Assistant

Altus Community Healthcare•Temple, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Front Desk Lead / Administrative Assistant is responsible for overseeing front desk operations while ensuring efficient patient registration, administrative workflow, and superior customer service. This role combines leadership responsibilities with hands-on administrative duties to support daily operations, maintain compliance, and enhance patient experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1-3 years office experience in a health care setting preferred.
Previous customer service experience preferred.
Must be able to effectively communicate with customers both in person, and over the telephone.
Must have understanding of basic medical terminology.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee front desk operations, ensuring efficient patient registration, administrative workflow, and superior customer service.
Greet patients professionally and courteously.
Accurately enter patient demographic, insurance, and financial information.
Collect co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance payments.
Maintain patient logs, charts, and documentation.
Perform patient check-in and check-out processes, including exit interviews.
Answer, screen, and direct incoming calls.
Manage emails, documentation, scanning, faxing, and filing.
Maintain daily financial logs and perform cash reconciliation.
Prepare reports, patient records, and informational packets.
Ensure proper documentation for billing and compliance.
Support and guide front desk staff to ensure smooth workflow.
Monitor daily operations and address inefficiencies.
Assist in training new staff members.
Coordinate with clinical and administrative teams.
Maintain a high level of professionalism and patient satisfaction.
Address patient concerns and escalate issues when necessary.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and facility policies.
Participate in quality improvement and safety programs.
Audit charts and maintain accurate records.
Maintain adequate supplies and inventory at the front desk.
Assist in ordering and stocking necessary materials.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Report any safety concerns or equipment issues promptly.
Assist clinical staff with basic non-clinical tasks when needed.
Support other departments during high patient volume.
Help with onboarding paperwork for new hires.
Cover front desk duties for other shifts or locations.
Assist with inventory checks or supply restocking.
Participate in meetings, trainings, or special projects.
Perform additional administrative tasks as assigned by management.