Senior Practice Assistant, Cardiology

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 27 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted MBTA pass

Résumé du poste

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking an experienced administrative professional for the Watkins Cardiology Clinic. This onsite role supports scheduling, patient access, billing, and general office operations while collaborating with cardiology teams to deliver exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities include handling inquiries, processing forms, acting as a Super User for scheduling and billing, and guiding junior staff in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years of office experience required.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong knowledge of office operations, standards, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including drafting and proofreading.
• Ability to manage non-routine inquiries and prioritize tasks in a busy healthcare setting.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate patient appointments and scheduling, and support check-in/check-out.
• Handle calls, respond to inquiries, and manage routine/complex admin requests.
• Process forms, document accurately, and scan records into EMR.
• Serve as Super User for scheduling, registration, and billing systems and train colleagues.
• Perform complex scheduling tasks, including provider schedule changes and blockings.
• Provide guidance to Office and Practice Assistants and support daily activities.
• Manage patient communications on authorizations, questions, prescriptions, and results.
• Collect co-pays when required and assist with registration/billing.
• Support daily office operations and maintain efficient workflows.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and administrative teams to ensure a positive patient experience.

Connaissances

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Phone etiquette

Multitasking

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

EMR systems

Description du poste

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

BWH Cardiology, Watkins Clinic | Onsite | Monday–Friday

Take the next step in your healthcare career while making a meaningful difference in cardiovascular care and the patient experience!

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate patient appointments, maintain accurate scheduling records, and support efficient patient check-in and check-out processes.
• Manage incoming calls, respond to patient inquiries, and appropriately handle routine and complex administrative requests.
• Process patient billing forms, maintain accurate documentation, and scan records into electronic medical records.
• Serve as a Super User for scheduling, registration, and billing systems, providing assistance and training to colleagues.
• Perform complex administrative functions, including provider schedule changes, appointment blocking, and specialized scheduling as needed.
• Provide functional guidance to Office and Practice Assistants and, in partnership with the Supervisor, help oversee daily practice activities.
• Manage patient communications related to prior authorizations, provider questions, prescription refills, and test results, ensuring appropriate follow-up and escalation.
• Collect co-payments when required and support patient registration and billing processes.
• Support daily office operations, including managing correspondence, preparing documents, maintaining records, and ensuring efficient administrative workflows.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, clinical teams, and administrative colleagues to support efficient practice operations and a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years of office experience required.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong knowledge of office operations, standards, and administrative procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to compose, edit, and proofread professional correspondence and documents.
• Ability to manage non-routine phone inquiries, resolve routine administrative issues, and communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently, follow established protocols, and provide guidance to others in a busy healthcare environment.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Why Join Our Team?

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounted MBTA pass and additional employee perks.
• Opportunity to grow your career in a senior administrative role within the Watkins Cardiology Clinic at Brigham and Women's Hospital.
• Develop specialized expertise in cardiovascular practice operations, complex scheduling, patient access, registration, and billing.
• Build leadership experience by providing guidance and support to fellow administrative team members.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiovascular care.
• Gain valuable experience supporting specialized cardiac services while contributing to operational improvements and efficient patient coordination.

You’ll play an important role in supporting efficient cardiology practice operations while helping create a positive and compassionate experience for patients and families. Join a collaborative team where your expertise, leadership, and commitment to exceptional patient service make a meaningful impact every day!

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

70 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.37 - $27.71/Hourly

Grade

4

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