This position is located at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Clinic – Little Axe Clinic in Norman, Oklahoma. The Little Axe Clinic is an outpatient multi-disciplinary clinic established and managed by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. The purpose of this position is to provide technical and clerical duties and provide support to Medical Record and Health Information staff of the assigned facility. Incumbent interviews patient to obtain pertinent data and information for insurance and billing purposes, updating records data integrity, etc. Primary duties include patient registration, scheduling appointments; instructing and assisting patients with regard to completing documentation and procedures; answering and directing all phone calls, maintaining a professional and confidential working environment.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- At least three years of clerical, secretarial, or medical office experience preferred.
- Completion of a program or training in Medical Office Technology or a related field preferred.
- Experience in working with Native Americans preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be computer literate required (Windows operating systems- (Microsoft Word, Excel).
- Knowledge of software to access and interpret patient data.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, visitors and staff.
- Ability to be culturally sensitive to Native Americans.
- Self-motivated, have the ability to prioritize work tasks and be creative with projects.
- Good organizational skills.
- Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License.
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time.
- Sitting or standing or walking for long period of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking, hearing and visual acuity
- Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs)
- Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.
Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace
