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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Administrative Asst II - Med Clinic in RUSK, Texas
Job/Position DescriptionAdministrative Asst IIWould you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on peopleand#146;s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of each other, teamwork, and inclusivity? HSCS is dedicated to building a diverse community atmosphere where employees feel valued, supported, and accepted while providing specialized care for Texans in need. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interest you, we welcome your application for the position below.The Administrative Assistant II works a Monday to Friday schedule, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, in the Medical Clinic.The Administrative Assistant II performs moderately complex clerical support duties for the Medical Clinic under the direct supervision of the supervisory Administrative Assistant II and general supervision of the Administrative Assistant III and RN II, with oversight by the Nurse Manager of Ancillary Services and with moderate latitude for the use of independent judgment in the completion of duties and direction of the overall function of the Medical Clinic. Position requires flexibility and the ability to move from one work assignment to another using judgement and decision-making abilities to organize, prioritize, and complete work assignments to ensure medical care is provided to patients in a timely and appropriate manner and to facilitate documentation of care. This position involves working closely with physicians and nurse practitioners to provide clerical and technical support in a clinical setting. Serves as primary back up to the supervisory Administrative Assistant II, as well as other departments in the Ancillary Clinical Services as required. Completion of work requires use of established methods and/or techniques and decisions are varied but based on broad principles and guidelines. Must understand that duties, location of work and shift pattern are subject to change as determined by the administration to meet the needs of the hospital.Must understand that duties may include exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.Prepares a schedule of tasks/documentation needed for Providers in order to assist Providers in meeting documentation requirements according to established guidelines. Schedules patient appointments and opens the Medical Clinic as directed by Providers and coordinates appointment times with units in order to provide patient care. Keeps all agency records, information, and client names confidential. Obtains Providers' signatures on lab reports, consultations, progress notes, etc. within prescribed timeframes in order to document patient care.Helps to coordinate the workflow of the Medical Clinic clerks, under the direct supervision of the supervisory Administrative Assistant II and general supervision of the Administrative Assistant III and RN II with oversight by the Nurse Manager of Ancillary Services, to ensure all procedures and processes are followed and all documentation requirements are being met to ensure quality and timely patient care and adherence to Medicare, Joint Commission, and HHS https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=609715 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.