Administrative Assistant - PRN - Gastroenterology

Under the supervision of the Office Manager, the Administrative Assistant :

• performs duties as assigned that include receptionist, secretarial and operational duties for Physician Office Practice, while serving as the liaison between the patient, other staff and the physician

• initiates implementation of processes and or has access to all operational components of the office as required by daily operation

• has access to operational components of a practice includes access to physician’s office, medical records, medical supplies

• Requires a basic understanding of general office routines and procedures with the ability to file accurately

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel; proficient with computers to include keyboarding, basic navigation and use of email (Outlook)

• Ability to work with multi-line phone and computer systems accurately and efficiently

• Effective customer service and relationship building skills with patients, visitors and staff; ability to respect dignity of all patients and follow HIPAA rules without breaches in confidentiality

• Proficient listening, verbal and written communication skills

Augusta Health is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit, community health system located in Fishersville Virginia in Virginia’s scenic Shenandoah Valley. Augusta Health offers a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services which includes Augusta Medical Center a 255 bed inpatient facility and Augusta Medical Group which is comprised of 40 practice locations and four urgent care locations.