Receptionist/Interceptor ( 1199) at Vocational Instruction Project

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

20.66

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Urine Specimen Collection, Patient Flow Management, Computer Software Proficiency, Record Keeping, Specimen Preparation, Supply Management, Answering Phones, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Decision Making, Diplomacy, Teamwork

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Receptionist/Interceptor is responsible for the collection of random urine toxicology and manages patient flow of the clinic by greeting and directing them to appropriate service components. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS: Ø Manage the Interceptor Desk during the hours of clinic operation Ø Collect urine specimens from patients in a randomized manner consistent with program policy and regulatory and accreditation agency requirements Ø Maintain systems developed for urine specimen collection so as to assure each patient’s urine is tested as often as required Ø Greet visitors and patients, Direct patients and visitors to the appropriate staff offices Ø Must use computer program to flag patients for casework, medical or administrative appointments for services needed to schedule appointments Ø Prepare all forms, books, labels and ledgers necessary for the collection of laboratory specimens Ø Prepare all laboratory specimens for pick up from the lab Ø Assure the availability of necessary supplies to collect lab specimens Ø Assist with assigned tasks to minimize lines at Nurse’s Station Ø Answer and direct phone calls as needed or indicated Ø Back up at Medical Records as needed or indicated Ø Maintain good working relationships with all staff, clients and visitors. Ø Reports incidents and makes recommendations to the Supervisor/Director on working conditions, procedures or environment. Ø Other related duties as required or directed by the Supervisor Requirements REQUIREMENTS: Ø Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent Ø 1-2 years of previous work experience in a community-based health or social service setting Ø Prior AMS experience preferred; knowledge of computer software programs preferred Ø Able to work independently and as part of a team IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES: Ø Able to remain calm and be diplomatic Ø Good decision making and judgment skills Ø Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ø Good verbal and written skills Ø Bi-lingual in English/Spanish preferred JOB SETTING: · Must possess sight, hearing and digital senses or use prosthesis that will enable the essential functions of the job to be completed. · Works in a fast-paced, high volume environment NOTE: This description reflects management’s assignment of the essential functions. It does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Tasks are subject to change at any time due to any reasonable but necessary conditions.

Responsibilities

The Receptionist/Interceptor manages the Interceptor Desk, responsible for the random collection of urine toxicology specimens according to policy and regulatory requirements. This role also involves managing patient flow by greeting, directing visitors and patients, and scheduling necessary appointments using computer programs.