CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
POSITION: Medical Receptionist (2 Positions)
SALARY: $20.55, per hour
REPORTS TO: Medical Office Manager
LOCATION: Nespelem Health Clinic, Nespelem, WA
Basic Functions: This is a Non-Exempt position. The Medical Receptionist for the Colville Tribal Healthcare Authority is the first point of contact for patients at their assigned location. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring a smooth, positive and patient focused environment. The Medical Receptionist will perform their job duties in a professional manner while assuring that all the needs of the patients are met with a pleasant demeanor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training:
- Requires a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
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Certificate preferred in office administration, medical administration or related field
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Requires 2 (two) years of work experience in an office environment.
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Requires HIPAA and Privacy training within 90 days of employment
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Requires blood borne pathogen training annually
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Requires CPR/First Aid within initial 90 (ninety) days of hire
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Requires a valid Washington State Driver’s License is required and be insurable
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Requires ability to understand, speak, communicate and read the English language
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Requires ability to utilize RPMS and EHR proficiently
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Requires ability to utilize a multi-line telephone with good telephone etiquette
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Must be proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
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Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
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Requires well-developed human relation skills to convey technical concepts to others and to give instructions
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Ability to communicate technical information and to interact with a wide variety of groups and individuals inside and outside the organization
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Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work processes in a high-volume environment in order to meet schedules and timelines
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Ability to analyze data from multiple information ports by comparing and contrasting data to draw a conclusion or to identify trends
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Ability to communicate professionally in written, verbal, and non-verbal format while portraying a friendly tone, word choice, and body language
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Ability to take initiative and be proactive in the duties of the position in order to meet mandated deadlines and to comply with goals and objectives
Note: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.
TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.
If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.
INFORMATION: Matilda Bob, HR Generalist, Colville Tribes Healthcare Authority, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, (509) 634-2800. [email protected]
