Academic Support Assistant Intermediate at SSM Health

Maryville, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Mar, 26

Salary

29.91

Posted On

07 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service Skills, Medical Experience, Administrative Support, Patient Scheduling, Communication, Data Entry, Financial Record Keeping, Clinical Research Coordination

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

It's more than a career, it's a calling. IL-SSM Health Maternal & Fetal Maryville Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: 7:30AM-4:30PM Monday -Friday-PRN Position No weekends Flexibility to Float to Maryville, Shiloh and Saint Mary's in Stlouis Customer service skills required Medical experience preferred Pay Range: $19.94 - $29.91 Pay Rate Type: Hourly SSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications. The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting. SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. Job Summary: Provides administrative and patient business support in both clinic and academic settings. Organizes and coordinates office support functions. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with preparing and facilitating meetings, conferences, programs, and/or special events. Communicates with others in person, telephone, and/or email. Ensures medical appointments, special instructions, and patient information are entered into electronic medical system and/or delivered to the patient as required. Schedules patient visits and procedures as requested. Opens, adjusts, and closes clinics or surgery blocks. Coordinates scheduling and referrals with internal and external healthcare providers and services. Processes schedule changes or cancellations as appropriate. Works with patients to ensure medical clearance has been obtained prior to surgery. Works directly with patients and insurance providers to obtain prior authorizations, coordinate peer reviews, etc. Gathers information needed to schedule surgeries consistent with department guidelines. Manages select clinical research tasks including invoicing and coordination with sponsor. Works under an increased scope (e.g., number of providers, medical residency support) and demonstrates an intermediate level of business and medical acumen/knowledge. May be responsible for tracking and maintaining financial records and databases. May provide support for graduate medical education (GME) function. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience EXPERIENCE One year experience PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent keyboard use/data entry. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Rare climbing. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS None Department: 2056000100 MFM Anderson Work Shift: PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

Responsibilities

The Academic Support Assistant provides administrative and patient business support in both clinic and academic settings. Responsibilities include scheduling patient visits, managing medical information, and coordinating with healthcare providers.