Support Specialist - Home Health
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Position Summary

The Support Specialist, reporting to the Administrator or designee, provides administrative and clerical support to the Business Office Manager and clinical leadership, ensuring accurate, timely back-office operations and selected business office functions.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Receive, screen, and relay messages for assigned interdisciplinary team members.
  • Support the organization’s customer service standards by maintaining a responsive, knowledgeable, and professional approach to all internal and external contacts.
  • Under the direction of the Business Office Manager and in collaboration with Team Assistants, manage and track physician orders, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
  • Utilize the electronic medical record (EMR) system for tracking, signing out, and checking in all physician orders.
  • Sort, distribute, collect, and forward correspondence in a timely manner; copy and fax documents as needed.
  • Assist with supply management by anticipating needs, stocking supplies, and delivering items to workstations.
  • Support document control processes efficiently and in a timely manner.
  • Maintain cross-training on all Team Assistant responsibilities and provide coverage as needed.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; experience with computer processing preferred.
  • Above-average word processing and data entry skills.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Ability to always maintain confidentiality.

Environmental & Working Conditions

  • Requires sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday.
  • Ability to remain calm, courteous, and professional in stressful situations.
  • Works under deadline-driven and occasionally stressful conditions to meet agency needs.
  • Work environment includes offices and healthcare facilities.
  • Availability to agency personnel in person or by phone during operating hours and, when necessary, after hours for emergencies.
  • Occasional exposure to inclement weather.
  • Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance required.
  • Regular use of computers and standard office equipment.

Additional Requirements

  • Participation in required continuing education and mandatory training programs.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development to enhance job-related knowledge and skills.
  • Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned.