Summary/Objective: The Triage Assistant is responsible for taking messages for incoming triage calls, returning calls in a timely manner and scheduling appointments. Delivers a high level of patient and staff satisfaction.
Essential Functions: (This list may include but is not limited to the following assigned duties)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Answers incoming telephone calls on a multi-line telephone system in a professional manner. Schedule patient appointments.
- Transfers calls to the appropriate person and writes messages in accordance with approved telephone procedures.
- Document when a patient cancels an appointment and notify the scheduler/front desk.
- Type correspondence and office memos as directed.
- Regular attendance in the office is required for this position
· Responsible for answering incoming patient telephone calls, gathering all pertinent information as to why the patient/parent is calling,
· Relay incoming telephone calls to the practitioner in order to establish next steps.
· Responsible for following through with practitioner instructions and providing accurate documentation of all actions taken during calls.
· Return messages that are left on Care Center voice mail.
· Following appropriate protocols.
· Respond to other duties as assigned.
· Convey positive and professional image of Care Center to the public.
Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and diplomacy and can serve a wide range of employees and patients.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.
- Commitment to excellence and high standards
- Detail oriented with strong follow-up initiative
- Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
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Required Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).