DESK SPECIALIST (MARS Medication Assisted Recovery Services) - CHEMICAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

DESK SPECIALIST

(MARS Medication Assisted Recovery Services)

CHEMICAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

Open: October 12, 2017

Closing: October 26, 2017 @ 3:00 p.m.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Responsible for managing the front office of a busy clinic; arranging transportation, welcoming patients to the clinic, checking people in for their appointments, notifying safety concerns to security, among other administrative tasks. Reports to Clinic Supervisor, full-time with benefits, salary; DOQ.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Greets patients and visitors to the clinic

• Maintains a welcoming and hospitable clinic environment

• Coordinates transportation for patients

• Manages clinic flow to ensure orderly and efficient medication administration

• Reports all security and safety concerns to appropriate staff

• Assists clinical and medical staff during the patient admission process

• Answers telephone and routes calls to appropriate personnel. Manages a phone log and ensures callers receive a timely response

• Reports all medical concerns immediately to nursing personnel to maintain client safety

• Maintains client confidentiality according to federal rules, regulations and tribal guidelines

• Maintains the general office filing system

• Purchases and inventories office supplies. Prepares purchase orders for payment of invoices

• Ensures the front office is staffed at all times. Coordinates front desk coverage for days of clinic operation

• Arranges meetings and employee travel for staff

• Participates in ongoing training and professional development

• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• GED/High School Diploma

• One (1) year related experience and/or training

• Possess a valid driver's license and automobile insurance

• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office programs

• Must be able to type neatly with accuracy of letters, memorandums, correspondence, and other materials

• Must be a team player, dependable, and work well in a busy/stressful clinic environment

• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Test and Background Check

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are accepted at the Government Center – Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847. Applications are also available at Chemical Health Programs.