Health Care Assistant

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and customer-focused Health Care Assistant to join our team in our dental, medical and behavioral health department, located in Mansfield, OH. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring a positive patient experience from the moment they enter our facility. As a Health Care Assistant, you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately registering patients, verifying insurance information, and assisting with any administrative tasks related to patient intake.

Full-Time: Monday-Friday

Wages: Starting at $15.50 per hour

About Us:

Third Street is a patient-centered medical home driving change in the community. We adapt to the needs of those we serve while building services to fill gaps in care to invest in a healthier future for all. At Third Street, we provide high-quality care through the continual learning of our employees and by building a diverse team. We value our employees, communicate our expectations, and train our team on best practices.

Mission:

To deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Maintains standards of service excellence by following AIDET. Provides and promotes a professional, positive climate within the workplace.
• Receives calls and schedules appointments.
• Verifies insurance ahead of time for scheduled appointments.
• Answers/screens telephone calls and forwards to appropriate personnel.
• Records phone messages and distributes appropriately.
• Accurate data entry of patient information.
• Sets up payment plans and/or contracts with patients for high balances
• Accepts patient payments and records accurately. Maintains acceptable level of collection rates.
• Processes medical records according to procedure.
• Understands patient rights and HIPAA privacy rule.
• Type correspondence, memos, notices, reports accurately.
• Operates standard office machines and equipment
• Produces necessary agency and patient printed materials/notices for distribution.
• Cross-trains in other areas of office procedures and actively participates in committees and meetings as assigned.
• Complete all required training and competencies within a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Third Street is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities and patients we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to hr@thirdstreetfamily.org or call 419-522-6191 ext. 2201 for Human Resources.
 

What We Offer: 

Attending to your needs today: 

• Your ideas, input, and contributions are valued and recognized. 
• Excellent clinical, administrative, and management support 
• Forward-thinking, collaborative, transparent, and inclusive company culture 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans 
• Competitive compensation 
• Paid Time Off 
• Wellness Reimbursement Program 
• Tuition assistance 

Protecting your future: 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance  
• Employer contribution to a health savings account 
• 403(b) retirement plan with match 
• Employer-paid life insurance 
• Employer-paid long-term disability 

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
• Experience with EMR/EHR (Preferred)
• Experience with customer service (Preferred)
• Experience with office duties (Preferred)
• Experience with insurance verification (Preferred)