Administrative Assistant FT - Night Shift

Altus Community Healthcare • Port Arthur, TX

2d • 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 skill

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner upon arrival
• 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
• Assisting clinical staff with basic non-clinical tasks when needed
• Supporting other departments during high patient volume
• Helping with onboarding paperwork for new hires
• Covering front desk duties for other shifts or locations
• Assisting with inventory checks or supply restocking
• Participating in meetings, trainings, or special projects
• Performing additional administrative tasks as assigned by management

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED