Secretary Technician Lead - Rehab Services - FT

NORTHERN MONTANA HOSPITAL•Havre, MT

10d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Secretary Technician is responsible for obtaining prior authorizations and identifying pay sources for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services. Collaborates with Rehab Director to manage co-pays, monthly billing, and other patient transactions. Competent with all secretary/technician duties, demonstrating ability to float as needed and help with training new employees. Assists with managing rehab office as appropriate in absence of Rehab Director. Takes into consideration patient and visitor needs based on gender, age, cultural differences, and educational needs.

Requirements

Ability to learn from others, use individual initiative to learn by studying and practicing proven methods.
Ability to hold in confidence all personal, hospital, and professional matters.
Ability to deal tactfully and empathetically with patients.
Attain a basic knowledge of the theories, technique and practices of general Rehab Therapy.
Adequate initiative and judgment involved in the use of equipment and handling and scheduling of patients.
Ability to schedule patients with minimal conflicts.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to use computer keyboard and word processing software.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Up to 10 years of experience

Responsibilities

Obtaining prior authorizations and identifying pay sources for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services.
Collaborating with Rehab Director to manage co-pays, monthly billing, and other patient transactions.
Performing all secretary/technician duties.
Floating as needed and helping with training new employees.
Assisting with managing the rehab office in the absence of the Rehab Director.
Considering patient and visitor needs based on gender, age, cultural differences, and educational needs.