Administrative Support Spec I/II at BestCare Treatment Services Inc

Bend, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

MS Office 365, EMR Systems, Customer Service, Referral Management, Scheduling, Data Entry, Basic Accounting, HIPAA Compliance, Conflict Resolution, Time Management, Report Writing, Multi-line Phone Systems, Office Management, Interpersonal Communication, Confidentiality, Bilingual English/Spanish

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description Administrative Support Specialist BestCare Treatment Services is seeking two (2) detail-oriented and highly organized Administrative Support Specialists to join our team. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of our organization by providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support to staff and leadership. The ideal candidate is proactive, professional, and committed to delivering exceptional service while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and confidentiality in all responsibilities. This position requires regular weekend availability as part of the scheduled work week. Candidates should be dependable, adaptable, and comfortable supporting a fast-paced healthcare environment during both weekday and weekend operations. If you take pride in keeping processes organized and enjoy supporting a mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply. JOB SUMMARY: The Administrative Support Specialist provides welcoming, professional, and direct front-office support as needed in assigned location(s), as well as assisting office staff with guidance on administrative functions, business requests, and resources. May serve as a mentor to other front-office staff, help to resolve lower-level issues, and refer matters to higher level staff as appropriate. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Serves as the first point of contact for clients, family members, and others, providing a welcoming and professional demeanor; Attends to appropriate requests of clients using exceptional customer service and client care; Answers multi-line phone system efficiently and professionally, transfers calls, and takes/delivers messages as needed; Is responsible for referral management, including processing of incoming referrals from internal and external parties to gather appropriate information, complete data entry into EMR, make initial contact with the client for scheduling in a timely manner, and closing the loop with the referring party; Additionally manages the referral tracking system and coordinates referrals with psychiatric care and/or other outside specialists; Creates client files as needed, verifies accuracy and completeness of all client data, runs reports for clinical staff to complete files for billing for both the file and EMR database; Organizes and schedules client appoints for all of the team to ensure the schedule is fully booked without double-bookings occurring; Is responsible for management of data entry of clinician case reports into EMR for admittance and discharge; Provides other administrative support including collecting payments, verifying insurance pay sources, verifying demographic information, obtaining client consent forms and releases of information, maintaining client attendance reports, scanning client records into EHR system, preparing and proofing reports, notices, correspondence, overseeing and maintaining office filing system and prescreening mail and faxes; Manages procurement of program supplies/equipment on behalf of the programs, coordinating with approved BestCare vendors, Admin fiscal/operations staff; Maintains supply inventory and orders supplies/tracks expenses; Oversees fiscal coordination with Finance (mgmt. of petty cash, weekly deposits, and managing client payments; Trains new staff on Front Office processes/procedures, maintaining documentation on all process changes and improvements; Schedules and participates in team meetings for administrative purposes, to take notes and coordinate projects with the larger team; Supports the office operating needs and changes with office space and serves as the point of contact for needs/questions of approved contracted vendors such as the landlord, cleaning company, and landscape company; Manages the program team’s schedule, including organization of schedule template in EMR, Outlook and Teams platforms; Organizes, manages, and communicates the schedule for community meetings and internal meetings in the conference room; Provides complex, confidential, and specialized clerical and administrative activities in support of the program; May be engaged with entering additional data for MOTs, EAP, Health App organizations, and Problem Gambling data into additional outside platforms; Follows accounting and recordkeeping policies and practices in assigned program; Creates, maintains, and enters information accurately into databases and EHR system; Conducts regular safety inspections and ensures all documentation logs are completed for safety equipment, PPE in stock, utilized/completes safety documentation related to safety aspects; Answers and creates professional emails daily, documents outreach to clients, and documents incoming referrals; Ensures that the reception area and office are kept clean, sanitized, and presentable; Conducts special projects as directed; Other related duties as assigned. ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Models BestCare’s mission, vision, and values, promoting integrity, compassion, and collaboration; Supports the organization’s commitment to equity and inclusion, fostering an environment of open-mindedness, cultural awareness and respect for all individuals; Aligns department goals with organizational strategic initiatives; Complies with Code of Conduct, Business Ethics, Employee Handbook, and all relevant policies and OARs; Maintains professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR, and Oregon statutes; Attends required meetings, completes required trainings, and ensures certifications and licenses remain current; Works independently and collaboratively as a positive member of the BestCare team; Performs other organizational duties as assigned. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Must have demonstrated competency or ability to attain competency for each of the following within a reasonable period: Strong proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), EMR system, MOTS, virtual meeting platforms, internet, and ability to learn new or updated software Proficiency with report-writing techniques and strong understanding of basic accounting practices and recordkeeping Ability to understand and follow BestCare’s accounting and recordkeeping practices Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and ability to apply these skills to engage with clients, family members, or community resources Ability to show compassion towards individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders within a culturally diverse community Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with an emphasis on grammar and punctuation; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines Critical thinking skills Ability to maintain strict confidence as required by HIPAA, 42 CFR, and Federal and State regulations Ability to work effectively and respectfully in a diverse, multi-cultural environment Ability to manage a multi-line phone professionally and efficiently, and take accurate phone messages to route timely to the appropriate person Ability to work independently as well as participating as a positive, collaborative team member. Ability to build and maintain trust and positive relationships with co-workers and other staff or community partners Ability to function well and use good judgment in a high-paced and at times stressful environment Ability to manage conflict resolution and anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately and effectively Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Assoc. degree or college-level business courses + 2 years’ solid business/office experience or HSD (or equivalent) + 4 years’ solid business/office experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Must maintain a valid Oregon Driver License or ability to obtain one upon hire and be insurable under the organization’s auto liability coverage policy (minimum 21 years of age and with no Type A violations in the past 3 years, or three (3) or more Type B violations) and must have a reliable vehicle with adequate insurance to travel as needed. PREFERRED: Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred Experience with multi-line phone system is preferred Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Provides professional front-office support, manages client referrals, and coordinates scheduling within a healthcare environment. Handles administrative tasks including data entry into EMR systems, procurement of supplies, and fiscal coordination with the finance department.