Practice Assistant II PER DIEM

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem administrative professional to support clinical operations at onsite facilities. You will handle scheduling, patient check-in/out, billing documentation, and communications with patients and staff.

The role requires 2–3 years of office experience, proficiency in EPIC, and strong organizational skills. Flexible scheduling and onsite work at 55 Fruit Street are offered as part of Mass General Brigham's commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years of office experience required.
• Experience with EPIC scheduling and billing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine administrative duties for clinical services.
• Make and manage patient appointments and records.
• Greet patients and answer phones.
• Process billing forms and scan documents to the patient record.
• Assist with EPIC scheduling, registration and billing tasks; provide training as needed.
• Support scheduling changes and more complex tasks as competency grows.

Skills

Scheduling

Communication

Time management

Telephone handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EPIC

Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

This per diem role offers flexibility and predictability, as it’s primarily used for planned coverage such as vacations and leaves. Schedules are typically arranged with advance notice, allowing you to plan ahead.

Summary

Performs administrative functions to support smooth and efficient practice operations under general supervision. Performs tasks that are related to patient visits including scheduling, check-in, check-out duties. Actual job duties may vary by department.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine administrative and clerical duties relating to a clinical service or physician practice office.
• Make patient appointments and maintain appointment records.
• Greet and assist patients.
• Answer telephones, assist callers with routine inquiries, and schedule appointments.
• File materials in patient folders, and print appointment schedules.
• Process patient billing forms and scan documents to patient medical record/EPIC.
• Call for patient medical records and laboratory test results.
• Open and distribute unit mail or faxes.
• Type forms, records, schedules, memos, etc., as directed.
• May be required to accept co-payments.
• Handles, screens and/or takes messages related to prior authorizations, provider questions, prescription refills, and test results.
• Acts as an EPIC \"Super User\" for scheduling, registration and billing systems (EPIC training is provided).
• Provides assistance and training to others in these areas.
• May perform more complex or specialized functions (i.e. surgical scheduling, schedule changes/blocking) at more advanced competency level.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Experience office experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with all Office Suite, Knowledge of office operations and standards and understanding of office procedures including filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing.
• Ability to use phone system and manage more non-routine phone calls and solve routine issues as appropriate.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience and talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents, to correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively (including composing/editing e-mail, memos and letters), and to take complete and accurate messages.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Well organized and good time management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite Work Location 55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 0

Employee Type Per Diem

Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range $17.71 - $24.94/Hourly Grade 3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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