A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.
Nashville, TN Job Details Full-time 22 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or
GED Driver's License Full Job Description Description:
At Athena Care, our mission is to improve access to quality mental health care so that people can live happier, healthier, more productive lives. Our vision is to create the leading mental health services platform in Tennessee and neighboring states. Athena Care provides comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults across middle Tennessee. Services include diagnostic assessment, medical management, psychotherapy, and TMS and Spravato treatments along with Intensive Outpatient Services for adolescents and adults. Founded in 2001, Athena Care is "in-network" with most major insurance plans. Athena Care is currently seeking a full-time Medical Receptionist Float to support our middle TN offices (Nashville, Murfreesboro, Franklin, Hendersonville, and Clarksville). When needed this team member will cover shifts in our other clinics, and when not covering in another clinic the home base for this role can be in Nashville or Franklin. Job Summary The Medical Receptionist is the initial point of contact when a patient arrives and represents the office. The Medical Receptionist greets patients and navigates the check in and out process while striving for patient satisfaction in every Interaction. Core Job Duties & Responsibilities Greets incoming patients, and assists with check in process As needed, answers calls or other contact forms from patients; engages professionally and courteously with contact Provides superior customer services to all individuals and agencies involved through any and all modes of contact Routinely travels to other middle TN clinics to provide coverage for absences and planned days off. Ensures compliance with all policies and procedures, including maintaining patient confidentiality, as well as compliance with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, HIPAA, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, etc) Identifies and resolves clients needs and issues to ensure quality patient service as they arise Follow contact center protocol in for handling inquiries as they arise As needed, participates in outreach activities related to the office Completes administrative and operational tasks to ensure the office is clean, organized, and presents well to patients and visitors Communicates effectively within the organization providing regular updates to supervisors and peers about current and completed tasks Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred. 1-year prior healthcare experience preferred.
Licenses/Certifications:
Active, unrestricted driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. Must provide ongoing documentation that personal automobile insurance is active in at least the state minimum amounts. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Verbal communication Phone skills Listening Data entry skills People skills Informing Customer focus Customer service Attention to detail Professionalism Multi-tasking Physical Requirements This is an office-type role with primarily sedentary job duties and limited reaching, pulling, pushing, or carrying.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
