Office Assistant, Mental Health (3024) at Trinity Health

Minot, North Dakota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

22.95

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer service, Patient registration, Appointment scheduling, Electronic scheduling systems, Telephone communication, Conflict resolution, Multitasking, Data entry, Medical terminology, Confidentiality compliance, Problem solving, Interpersonal skills, Verbal communication, Written communication, Record keeping

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Trinity Health Riverside - Minot, ND 58701Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $16.39 - $22.95 HourlyJob Shift: DaysJob Category: Customer & Admin SupportPosition Summary: The Office Assistant supports daily front-office operations by providing courteous, efficient, and accurate administrative services within the clinic setting. This role greets patients, coordinates registration and scheduling, answers incoming calls, collects payments, and ensures each interaction reflects a high standard of customer service. Working closely with clinical and administrative staff, the Office Assistant helps maintain smooth clinic workflow by keeping records organized, supporting clear communication, and responding effectively to changing operational needs. This position functions within a collaborative, service-oriented team environment and may also provide coverage in other reception areas as needed to support continuity of care and clinic operations. Key Responsibilities: Greet and register patients, verify required information, and process payments in accordance with clinic procedures. Schedule, update, and coordinate patient appointments using electronic scheduling systems to support timely and efficient clinic access. Answer and triage incoming calls, route messages appropriately, and provide clear, courteous communication to patients and staff. Maintain organized front office operations by preparing forms, updating records, managing incoming documents, and supporting daily administrative tasks. Protect patient confidentiality by handling sensitive information in compliance with privacy and organizational policies. Provide cross coverage in other reception or clinic areas to support continuity of operations during staff absences or high volume periods. QualificationsLicenses and Certifications Required: None Educational Requirements: HS Diploma or GED, preferred Experience Requirements: Customer service experience or training, required. Preferably six (6) months minimum Experience in a clerical or office setting, preferred Medical terminology knowledge, preferred Experience with computer appointment software, preferred Special Skills or Training Requirements: Ability to communicate effectively in person and on the telephone Ability to demonstrate good judgement in handling incoming calls and in person patients efficiently and appropriately Exceptional interpersonal, customer service, problem solving, verbal and written communication and conflict resolution Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information Ability to work in a fast paced environment; working efficiently and multitasking Compliance with all Privacy and Confidentiality Standards per Trinity’s policies Physical Requirements: The Office Assistant primarily performs work at a computer workstation, requiring frequent sitting with intermittent standing, walking, reaching, and handling of office materials. The role may involve occasional lifting or carrying of light items such as supplies or paperwork. Adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, managing phone calls, and completing detailed clerical tasks. Environmental Requirements: Work occurs in an outpatient clinic reception environment with routine contact with patients, families, and clinical staff. The role may involve frequent interruptions, moderate noise, and proximity to patient-care areas. Adherence to safety practices, infection-prevention protocols, and confidentiality standards is required when working with patient information and navigating shared clinic spaces.

Responsibilities

The Office Assistant manages front-office operations by greeting patients, coordinating registrations, and scheduling appointments. They also handle incoming calls, process payments, and maintain organized clinic records while ensuring patient confidentiality.