Department Assistant

Department Assistant

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Position Summary: Responsible for more complex non-patient facing operational duties that support a department/team.

Essential Duties:
• Answers phones and routes calls to appropriate team member.
• Reviews/analyzes/resolves compliance information.

Register patients

Schedule outpatient appointments after discharge

Process birth certificates- Notary required
• Uploads documents and Tracer data entry supporting CMS
• Responsible for Kronos and time keeping duties.
• Supports the scheduling of department meetings and the completion of meeting minutes.
• Responsible for procedure manuals and updating process flow maps.
• May lead the coordination and planning of programs and events.
• Back up and support to the Department Assistant.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma
• Two year or more clerical/administrative experience
• Strong computer skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Critical Thinking

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Customer Service Skills
• Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities

Typical Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
• Ability to use computers and other technical systems required to perform job functions
• Perform repetitive hand and arm motions
• Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time
• Bend and lift products weighing up to 15 pounds occasionally

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!