Front Office Assistant

Claratel Behavioral Health has an exciting opportunity for a Front Desk Assistant at our North DeKalb Mental Health location 3807 Clairmont Rd, Chamblee GA 30341. The Front Desk serves as the first level of contact for the client experience ensuring exceptional customer service delivery. HOURS: MON - FRI 8:00am- 5:00pm   Under general supervision, the Front Desk Assistant will perform a variety of general clerical duties in support of the daily functions of the program including, but not limited to:   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Greeting clients and guests upon arrival Facilitating the process of admitting clients to the facility Insurance Verification Scheduling Appointment Reconciliation Verifies Authorizations and Treatment Plans Bed Management and Census Verification Answering multi-line phones and responding to requests immediately Protecting patients’ rights through strong adherence of HIPPA regulations Excellence in communication skills, both verbal and written MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent Professional front office etiquette Pleasant demeanor Ability to multi-task Excellent communication Skills Organizational skills Data entry skills Minimum of two years of front desk experience in a medical office or hospital setting Previous experience with Electronic Medical Records Proficiency in computer program applications and basic office equipment Strong data entry skills with the ability to type a minimum of 45 wpm PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior experience working in a mental health environment Completion of a Medical Administrative Assistant program Experience with AVATAR electronic medical record software   Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Selected applicant will be subject of an FBI Criminal History Record Check, and the applicant has the right to challenge the contents of their Criminal History Record Information, should they choose to do so. This employer participates in E-Verify.    For more information visit www.claratel.org/careers Claratel Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding disability under VEVRRA and ADA