University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Medical Office Assistant, SHAW
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
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About the role
- This position helps ensure smooth daily operations while delivering high-quality service to patients and staff.
- In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
- Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool.
Responsibilities
- Prepares documents for patient admissions and appointments
- Greets patients, schedules appointments, maintains calendars, schedules tests, and makes referrals according to instructions
Requirements
- Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting and/or standing) for extended periods while performing administrative, patient service, or computer-based work.
- Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, copier, scanner, and other standard office equipment for prolonged periods.
- Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, kneel, or squat to retrieve files, office supplies, or equipment.
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull office supplies, records, or equipment weighing up to 10-20 pounds.
Nice to have
- Experience in customer service with problem solving situations both in person and over the phone
- Experience working with a young adult, underserved, diverse population within a fast paced, constantly changing environment
- Demonstrated experience obtaining information while protecting and maintaining patient confidentiality
- Demonstrated ability receiving/handling money, crediting patient accounts electronically, balancing monies at end of shift
Compensation
- Starting salary between $18.00-$20.00/hour (Final offer will be determined by experience, education and qualifications at the time of hire).
Benefits
- The Medical Office Assistant in Patient Support Services at UWM's Student Health and Wellness Center provides administrative and customer service support in a healthcare setting.
- Provides day-to-day operational support to medical work unit personnel
- Serves as front desk staff within a healthcare facility or clinic
- The Student Health and Wellness Center is a recognized and accredited leader in student health providing excellent health care in partnership with the campus community.
- Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability.
- If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463.
- This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
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