Department Assistant-24/7 Recognition

Eisenhower Health•Rancho Mirage, CA

1d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Provides administrative support for the department and assists with scheduling appointments and tests for 24/7 patients; plays a critical role in recognizing donors who make significant contributions to Eisenhower Health.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or higher level degree
Two (2) years of healthcare or administrative experience
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations
Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure clear and accurate exchange of information
Ability to create a welcoming environment for patients and visitors, demonstrating empathy and respect in all interactions
Ability to handle patient complaints and feedback professionally, facilitating resolutions to enhance patient satisfaction
Ability to organize patient’s schedules efficiently
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other relevant software applications
Written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree
Admitting or insurance experience in healthcare

Responsibilities

Acts as direct liaison for all 24/7 patients.
Calls patients for availability and scheduling.
Prepares typed schedule for patients with multiple appointments.
Collects patient information, CDs, films etc. and sends them to appropriate department.
Schedules outpatient testing and/or procedure appointments with appropriate departments.
Assures patients and/or families have information to contact 24/7 Services.
Order department supplies and schedules office maintenance.
Assist with workflow for 24/7 Queue Management.
Assists 24/7 patients navigate email encryption issues and Epic “My Chart”.
Assists RN’s and physicians with Epic “Care Everywhere”.
Acts as liaison for maintenance/care of 24/7 vehicles.
Answers all incoming phone calls, routing as needed.
Picks up or delivers packages on campus.
Processes communications/arrangements for 24/7 hospitality.
Identifies patients through use of proper method of retrieving patient history/information to avoid creation of duplicate Medical Records for additional patient visits.
Verifies and accurately enters and updates patient information while registering as per departmental guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.