Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated professional for a 13-week contract position to work Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The role involves performing complex clerical, secretarial, and communication duties, and serving as the agency liaison with numerous insurance companies. The candidate will support the Clinical Supervisor, Utilization Specialist, and Clinical Staff, organizing and tracking negotiated visit frequency and rates.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to distinguish between decisions made independently using a pre-designed plan and those requiring coordination with a registered clinician or manager
- Effective and accurate communication in English, both verbally and in writing, including medical terminology
- Maintaining confidentiality of clients, staff, and records
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
- Capability to deal effectively with stress
- Ability to work effectively with frequent interruptions
- Accurate handling of multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction
At least two specific interview dates/times of availability must be added to the profile; "anytime" will not be accepted.
Note: Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility will not be considered. Please provide a permanent address at profile upload to avoid delays in processing.
COVID-19 Requirements
COVID-19 vaccination (dose date on or after 10/3/23) is required. Exemption forms are available and require provider/religious leader signatures. Approved exemptions will require the traveler to wear a mask at all times while on-site. To avoid delays, include the traveler's COVID vaccination card or intent to fill out the exemption form with profile submission. Requested time off during this assignment must be noted and verified at upload. No more than 5 days of RTO will be accepted.
Submission Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; college, executive secretarial, or business courses strongly preferred
- Thorough working knowledge of health insurance issues and coverage
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Typing and general secretarial skills
- Computer experience (Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PtCt, Meditech)
- One year of experience in a busy, complex medical office or equivalent
- Home health experience strongly preferred
- Ability to demonstrate 100% accurate transcription of medical terminology
- Active and valid driver's license
Profile Requirements
- Cover page (if available/not required)
- Work history
- 1 supervisory signed reference from within the past two years of employment