Absolutely — for a psychiatry practice , I'd make the description a little more specific to psychiatric patients and emphasize confidentiality, professionalism, and phone triage without making the assistant responsible for clinical decisions. Part-Time Office Administrative Assistant Psychiatry Practice Position Overview We are seeking a dependable, organized, and compassionate Office Administrative Assistant to support the daily administrative operations of a private psychiatry practice. This is a part-time position of approximately 3 hours per afternoon, 4 days per week . The primary responsibilities will include managing incoming phone calls and messages, assisting with scheduling, and completing administrative tasks as requested by the psychiatrist. Responsibilities Answer incoming phone calls in a professional, warm, and courteous manner Manage afternoon phone coverage and take accurate messages Schedule, confirm, and reschedule patient appointments as directed Communicate routine information to patients regarding appointments and office procedures Route patient questions or concerns to the psychiatrist or appropriate person when clinical input is needed Complete administrative tasks and projects as requested Assist with electronic records, scanning, filing, forms, and other office duties Monitor and respond to routine office communications Help maintain an organized, welcoming, and professional office environment Protect patient privacy and maintain strict confidentiality of all patient and practice information Follow office policies and procedures related to patient communication and privacy Perform other administrative duties as needed Qualifications Excellent phone and interpersonal communication skills Warm, professional, and compassionate demeanor Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Dependable and able to work independently Comfortable communicating with patients who may be experiencing emotional distress Basic computer skills and willingness to learn electronic health record/practice-management systems Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism Previous experience in a medical, psychiatry, mental-health, or administrative setting is preferred but not required Important Role Expectations This is an administrative, non-clinical position . The assistant will not be expected to provide medical advice, assess psychiatric symptoms, make clinical decisions, or manage patient emergencies. Clinical questions and urgent concerns will be directed to the psychiatrist or appropriate clinical resource according to practice procedures. Schedule Approximately 12 hours per week 4 afternoons per week Approximately 3 hours per afternoon Exact days and hours to be determined

Position:

Part-Time Office Administrative Assistant Practice:

Private Psychiatry Practice Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 8.0 - 15.0 per week

Work Location:

In person