Administrative Assistant

Elevation Individual And Family Therapy PLLC

Administrative Assistant

Homewood, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Employee discounts

    Paid time off

    Benefits/Perks

    401k

    Paid Time Off

    EAP Benefits

    6 Paid Holidays

    OBJECTIVE

    The Administrative Assistant will assist in the ongoing growth and organization of Elevation Individual and Family Therapy PLLC. This position is ideal for an individual who is organized, detail-oriented, innovative, tech-savvy and friendly.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Greet patients, check them in, and help them get comfortable upon arrival to the office

    Answer and return incoming client phone calls, messages, and emails

    Schedule client appointments

    Verify client insurance benefits

    Obtain prior authorizations, as needed

    Collect client payments (co-pays, co-insurances, etc.)

    Enter payments received by clients or pay sources

    Complete appointment verification calls to clients prior to scheduled appointments

    Coordinate with internal team and external sources regarding client billing

    Entering data/information into the scheduling/electronic health record system

    Manage inventory and supplies

    Perform clerical tasks including, but not limited to:

    Copying and faxing documents

    Scanning/uploading records into EHR system

    Drafting forms and documents

    Organizing office supplies and documents

    Receiving and filing mail, as well as sending outgoing mail

    Mail patient billing statements

    Assist in the regular auditing and maintenance of client charts and company documents

    Provide superior customer services to clients and staff through written and verbal communication in a timely manner

    Maintain general appearance and cleanliness of common areas (sanitize common areas, refill snack container, etc.)

    Under the direction of administrative manager, contact insurance companies and referral sources as needed regarding questions, billing discrepancies, or any other concerns presented by clinical team

    Provide effective communication to all staff and employees

    Respond to internal and external emails in a timely fashion, within 24 hours upon receipt of email

    Other tasks as assigned by administrative manager or CEO

    REQUIREMENTS

    Must have completed a minimum of a high school diploma or GED

    Experience with office management, preferred

    Effective communication skills

    Excellent problem-solving skills

    Ability to interact effectively with all internal and external customers

    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software

    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

    Skilled at establishing and maintaining positive and effective work relationships with coworkers, clients, members, providers, and other business partners

    Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

    Ability to lift 10-15 pounds

    Some evening and weekend availability required

    COMPENSATION: Starting at $16/per hour

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