Berkshire Health Systems - Great Barrington, MA
posted 3 days ago
Great Barrington, MA
Hospitals
About the position
The position provides coverage for all non-exempt roles within the department, which includes Access Specialist, Patient Placement Coordinator, and Access Coordinator. The role requires flexibility as it is a float position, meaning hours and days may vary based on departmental needs.
Requirements
- One year experience in a hospital environment required.
- Admitting and Meditech experience preferred.
- Knowledge of third party payers preferred.
- Proven typing ability (40 wpm) and computer skills (ie. Meditech).
- Manual dexterity necessary for typing/computer purposes.
- Ability to speak the English language in a clearly understandable manner.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to learn quickly in order to become proficient in all areas of the department.
- Proven ability to interact appropriately with the community, hospital staff, and physicians while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
- Proven, outstanding customer service skills, consistently demonstrating a professional, pleasant presentation.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Proven ability and experience dealing with agitated/dissatisfied persons.
- Must possess and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot/maintain proper operation of business equipment.
Nice-to-haves
- Two years of college (secretarial/health related) or equivalent work experience.
- Medical terminology preferred.
- Ability to speak/understand Spanish preferred.
