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
- Employee discounts including the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and movie tickets
Equal Opportunity Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.