Office Assistant

Anderson County Government; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson County Government is a great place to build a career. This position supports direct public service, schedules and registers patients for services, and collects patient data to determine eligibility for services.

A high school diploma and two years of customer service or clerical work are required, along with a valid driver’s license. Employment is contingent on a background check.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.
• Experience equivalent to two years of full-time customer service delivery and/or clerical/office work.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Work with an inspiring team
• Work directly with the public
• Schedule and register patient for services
• Collect patient data such as demographic, income, and insurance
• Determine patient eligibility for services
• Listen to patients to determine needed service
• Check patients out
• Collect and process fees/payments
• Process Vital Records
• Maintain supplies, and inventory
• Participate in emergency response
• Participate in community health related activities offsite

Skills

Customer service

Clerical work

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Anderson County is a great place to live, work, and explore. From the historic community of Clinton to the innovation legacy of Oak Ridge-famously known as "The Secret City" from its Manhattan Project roots-our county blends small-town warmth with big scientific impact. We're home to scenic treasures like Norris Lake, the Clinch River, Melton Hill Lake, and miles of rolling hills and wooded trails perfect for hiking, biking, paddling, and fishing. Nearby Norris Dam State Park and the off-road adventure terrain at Windrock Park add even more ways to get outside. You'll also find a growing mix of local eats, family-friendly spots, festivals, and craft brews across our communities, making Anderson County a welcoming place to put down roots and enjoy East Tennessee life.

Anderson County Government is committed to being a top employer in the region and a great place to build a career. We're proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes generous paid sick and vacation leave, 14 paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid basic life insurance, supplemental insurance options, and a variety of wellness programs and resources to support our employees' overall well-being.

ESSENTIAL DUITES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with an inspiring team
• Work directly with the public
• Schedule and register patient for services
• Collect patient data such as demographic, income, and insurance
• Determine patient eligibility for services
• Listen to patients to determine needed service
• Check patients out
• Collect and process fees/payments
• Process Vital Records
• Maintain supplies, and inventory
• Participate in emergency response
• Participate in community health related activities offsite

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (Minimum Qualifications)

• Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and
• Experience equivalent to two years of full-time customer service delivery and/or clerical/office work
• Course work credit received from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Other

• Employment will be contingent on a background check

Anderson County Government is an equal opportunity employer. Is it the policy of Anderson County to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, statues with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.