Patient Intake & Scheduling Assistant
- Employer
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical CampusSchool of Dental MedicinePatient Intake/Scheduling Assistant (Administrative Assistant II)Position #00762299 – Requisition #21711* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.School of Dental Medicine has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Patient Intake/Scheduling Assistant position.The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here. Job Summary:The purpose of the front desk position is to greet, direct and advise all persons entering the Department of Orthodontics through the reception area and inquiries by phone. This position offers information and directs calls and inquiries demonstrating knowledge of practice organization, policies and treatment options to facilitate efficient and professional patient/ student/faculty interaction. This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.Decision Scope:
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:Bilingual in English and Spanish Required: Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications:
Job Category: Administrative Support and Related
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jun 14, 2021
Unposting Date: Jun 19, 2021, 11:59:00 PM
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical CampusSchool of Dental MedicinePatient Intake/Scheduling Assistant (Administrative Assistant II)Position #00762299 – Requisition #21711* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.School of Dental Medicine has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Patient Intake/Scheduling Assistant position.The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here. Job Summary:The purpose of the front desk position is to greet, direct and advise all persons entering the Department of Orthodontics through the reception area and inquiries by phone. This position offers information and directs calls and inquiries demonstrating knowledge of practice organization, policies and treatment options to facilitate efficient and professional patient/ student/faculty interaction. This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.Decision Scope:
- Decides which patient concerns or inquiries need to be passed on to the clinic director, office manager, resident or faculty. Must use common judgment when dealing with patients on a daily basis. Know when to seek assistance with patient conflicts (i.e. missed appointment, scheduling issues).Follows established policies and procedures related to patient records and release of dental records.Complies with HIPAA regulations regarding patient information, correspondence and communications.Complies with FERPA regulations regarding student information, correspondence, and communication.
- Interaction with students, faculty or staff on a daily basis to meet the demands of clinical and educational operations. Strong communication skills and problem solving skills for dealing with a variety of personalities and various levels of stress at times.
- Greet patients and monitor patient check-in and check-out.Maintain and retrieve confidential patient records including updating patient information and signatures.Understand school financial policies. Register new patients in electronic health records. Work with faculty, students, coordinators and other staff in solving scheduling and/or billing issues.Enter and verify financial information.
- Facilitates efficient, professional, and confidential patient/student/faculty interaction. Facilitate the release of dental records for requesting patients, legal and/or private dental practices.
- Greet and assist virtual, phone and walk-in customers.Page students, staff and faculty and takes messages as necessaryProvide exceptional customer service to the patients seen daily.Answer all incoming calls and disseminate appropriately to the correct person or department.Handle patient inquiries and provide information regarding dental school policies.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Two years of general clerical experience, which includes one year of experience working in a medical/dental environment.
- College or university course work, appropriate to the work assignment, may substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis but not for the one year of experience working in a medical/dental environment.
- Experience working with faculty, staff, and students in a higher education environment
- Experience working in a fast-paced dental or orthodontic office environment
- Position may be assigned weekend and/or evening shifts
- Position may be assigned an alternative work week schedule
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, spreadsheets, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminologyKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. Knowledge of electronic health record system.Knowledge of teleconferencing software (i.e. Zoom). Ability to efficiently organize, multi-task, and prioritize duties and tasks. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume environment. Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Excellent interpersonal skills Proficient computer skills. Ability to interpret and follow complex rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines.Ability to handle sensitive matters that require discretion and confidentiality.
Job Category: Administrative Support and Related
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jun 14, 2021
Unposting Date: Jun 19, 2021, 11:59:00 PM
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