New 
Senior Practice Assistant
 Massachusetts General Hospital | |
$19.37 - $27.71
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 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 66 Blossom Street (Show on map) | |
 Jul 08, 2026 | |
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Triages and manages complex telephone calls, utilizing courteous customer service skills.
Maintains confidentiality and privacy, which is consistent with HIPAA guidelines. Has full knowledge of the Cadence scheduling system. Schedules clinic appointments and coordinates the scheduling of diagnostic testing. Coordinates referrals for appointments. Responsible for scheduling follow up visits after discharge from inpatient units with the appropriate provider. Send out clinic notes to referring MDs and PCPs. Monitor fax machine and fax items. Scan documents into electronic medical record and upload imaging disks to the electronic system. Assist with training and orientation of new staff, where applicable. Performs all other related tasks which would facilitate the flow of patients through the practice, or which would enhance the quality of service to patients. Identify and communicate to Practice's leadership issues of process creating inefficiencies within the operation. Assist in their resolution, working with management for the department as a whole. Work on special projects as directed. Prepare and mail confirmation letters to patients as needed and makes appointment reminder calls for all Lung transplant Appts. Provide administrative support for the physicians and nurse (both clinical and non-clinical) of the program, including but not limited to, triaging phone calls, correspondence distribution, and maintaining calendars. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience office experience 3-5 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong technology and MS Office skills - Advanced Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint Knowledge of office operations and standards and understanding of office procedures including filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing. - Ability to use phone system and manage more non-routine phone calls and solve routine issues as appropriate. - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience and Talking to others to convey information effectively. - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents, to correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively (including composing/editing e-mail, memos and letters), and to take complete and accurate messages. - Managing one's own time and the time of others. - Well organized and good time management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems. - Ability to proofread and edit written documents. Physical Requirements The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |