UNIT ASSISTANT - OPC in CANTON, Ohio at Aultman Health Foundation

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To assist the department in maintaining the daily operations of the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

• Collect patient co-pays and keep accurate financial records
• Certify medical records and assure completeness of medical records
• Answer telephone, take messages, and communicate messages to appropriate person.
• Assist patients and visitors as needed.
• Perform clerical duties related to scheduling of patients.
• Order supplies and equipment needed for office functions.
• Communicate effectively with Unit Director, Unit leads, and all co-workers.
• Exemplify excellent customer service skills.
• Use HRO tools and tones.
• Completes duties in accordance with Aultman’s mission and values.
• Adhere to JCAHO readiness and performs department audits.
• Follow all hospital and department policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, minimum of 18 years of age
• Ability to type at least 35 wpm
• Familiarity with medical terminology preferred
• Ability to work calmly and accurately in stressful situations
• Excellent computer skills
• Professional manner and appearance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Day shift coverage with variable start/end times between the hours of 6:30am-4:30pm
• No weekends/holidays.
• Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day
• Sitting/standing/moving about during working hours

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ADDENDUM

PURPOSE: To identify specific functions job requirements and work environment factors that could affect job performance.

Check all factors that are present as essential job requirements and check whether the factor is performed.

O = Occasionally = 0- 33% of the work shift or 0- 32 repetitions.

F = Frequently = 34-66% of the work shift or 32-200+ repetitions.

C = Constantly = 67-100% of the work shift or 200+ repetitions.

N = Not essential job requirement.

F Standing

F Walking

O Lifting (70 pounds)

O Carrying (70 pounds)

O Pushing (70 pounds)

N Climbing with (70 pounds)

O Stooping/Bending

O Twisting/Turning

O Kneeling/Squatting

O Crawling

F Reaching Up/Reaching Forward

Additional information concerning physical requirements for the position:

• Continual involvement with patients and their families
• Ability to assist patients in wheelchairs and transport if necessary

HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY

Category III