Part Time Desk Operations Specialist - Lab Medicine

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a part-time Desk Operations Specialist who will facilitate patient visits, manage appointment schedules, and support healthcare providers. Located in Rochester, MN, this role requires strong customer service skills and knowledge of medical terminology, contributing to an efficient patient care experience.

Benefits

Medical plan options

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement package

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ customer service experience required.
• Medical Terminology course completion may be required.
• Exposure to electronic health record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient visits and coordinates details of appointments.
• Manages patient demographic and insurance information.
• Assists with administrative duties such as insurance verification and appointment communications.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree in healthcare related field (preferred)

Job description

Part Time Desk Operations Specialist - Lab Medicine

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Base pay range

$21.13/hr - $29.63/hr

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
  
  

Responsibilities

The desk operations specialist (DOS) facilitates patient visits and supports the health care provider by anticipating and responding to patient needs and requests of the health care team. Allows care providers to focus on patient care by coordinating details of patient visits, which can include: coordinating complex appointment schedules and daily activities of the care providers in a multispecialty medical practice, preparing patients, completing pre-examination record information, managing the flow of patient materials. Obtains or verifies patient demographics, medical insurance information, and properly advises patients of scheduling delays or changes to the appropriate individuals, and serves as a direct contact and resource to the patient.Prepares orders and schedules screening tests following practice guidelines. Measures and documents patient vitals per practice guidelines. Schedules and reschedules tests/consults requests from various venues of communication. Performs related administrative duties such as processing ABN forms, insurance verification, as well as processes patient appointment communications and related materials. Assists with facilitation of patient visit, this may include restroom and/or clothing change assistance, placement of apparatus on patient prior to exam and IV removal. Able to navigate through multiple electronic applications and devices, medical equipment, examples include iPad/tablets, Text Reminder Notifications, and assisting patients in using Kiosks.

This role may also support access and navigation activities, including greeting patients and visitors, assisting in navigation, verifying patient appointments and/or visitor status in the EHR, and following designated screening scripts and process flows. Additionally, the DOS working in access and navigation is responsible for understanding and enforcing entrance utilization and related policies (ex: masking, badging) and engaging security, nursing and other multidisciplinary team members as needed. May also be responsible for ensuring policy enforcement and monitoring patient and visitor flow within the building. Effective communication, excellent customer service, and conflict de-escalation skills are required.

This role requires flexibility which may include cross-coverage and travel depending on location. Must be willing to adjust work schedules in response to department or clinical needs.

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and minimum two years’ customer service experience in an environment requiring multi-tasking, such as a call center, administrative/physician's office, appointment scheduler or retail/ service industry; OR Associate’s Degree. Individuals without relevant medical education or medical experience will be required to successfully complete a Medical Terminology course within six months of employment.Associate's Degree and coursework in a healthcare related field is preferred (e.g., Administrative Clinic Assistant, Medical Office, Medical Assistant, Health Care/Medical Receptionist or comparable). Exposure to electronic health record preferred. Ability to work independently, be goal-directed and have strong organizational skills. Effectively multitask without compromising quality. Ability to comprehend and excel in both verbal and written communication, including proper telephone etiquette, face-to-face interactions, and electronic communications. Ability to communicate with individuals and small groups with credibility and confidence. Ability to handle difficult situations, remain calm under stress, manage emotional situations, display empathy and maintain positive communication during a rapidly changing/dynamic environment. Turn problems into opportunities by developing innovative and creative solutions. Demonstrate a friendly, positive attitude, display energy and drive in performing daily responsibilities. Must be flexible as well as easily adapt to a changing work environment which will require ongoing maintenance of job-related skills/activities. Must be willing to adjust work schedules in response to department or clinical needs. Able to manage and prioritize tasks simultaneously while working directly with patients who may exhibit diverse needs. Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required in some areas. Individuals may also need to complete additional coursework upon hire.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$21.13 - $29.63 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

40

Schedule Details

7:30am - 6pm Thursday and Friday

Weekend Schedule

A few Saturday mornings per year.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Brianna Hanna

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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