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Administrative Assistant II, Outpatient Clinic

Sheppard Pratt Careers, Frederick, MD, United States


Administrative Assistant II, Outpatient Mental Health Clinic - Frederick, MD
Posted on April 17, 2026

Locations
Frederick - Abrecht Pl, 210 Abrecht Place, Frederick, MD 21701, USA

Description
Primary responsibilities include: (1) receive clinic clients; collect client co-payments; receive and route telephone calls; (2) schedule client follow-up appointments; (3) maintain client medical records in good order; file client information; process client and other administrative paperwork; (4) assist with maintenance of OMHC electronic health records; (5) maintain clinic facilities for optimal and secure functioning; (6) support medical staff with receipt, logging, and distribution of faxes, medical refill, pre-authorization requests, and delivered medications; and (7) provide backup assistance to Intake and other administrative staff as warranted; (8) complete insurance authorizations and eligibility checks.

Specific responsibilities include:

Monitor and route OMHC and/or substance use program voicemail messages

Schedule appointments for clients and staff

Manage the administrative information flow in the EHR

Check client eligibility status to verify insurance coverage

Check and verify current ITPs

Apply for concurrent insurance authorizations

Log and distribute incoming and outgoing faxes

Request, log, and secure client co-payments

Receive, respond and/or route incoming phone calls

Print provider schedules and billing sheets

Make appointment reminder calls

Inventory, order, and maintain office supplies

Respond to all requests from providers, clients and other staff in a professional manner

Communicate critical information to staff in a timely manner

File all notes and papers in client charts

Collaborate with clinic directors on discharges and send 30 day letters to clients

Close charts in multiple electronic data systems

Collaborate with psychiatric/addiction provider(s) to process prescription refills and prior authorization

May conduct registration and obtain all documents required to register as a client of the OMHC and addiction services

Receive, log, and secure all delivered medications and handle client specimens as needed

All other duties as assigned to ensure successful operation of OMHC and/or addictions services

Benefits

A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions

403b retirement match

Generous paid‑time‑off for benefit eligible positions

Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This position has a pay range of $20.60 - $22.27/hr.

Qualifications

High school diploma is required. An Associates Degree in business administration or related field is preferred.

Prior experience in a health care setting is preferred, but not required.

Commitment to excellent customer service for clients and staff

Work requires 1-2 years of progressively more responsible administrative experience

Previous experience and aptitude with computer systems and data software such as an Electronic Health Record and the ability to maintain and protect client confidentiality and privacy is essential.

Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to work quickly and efficiently

Ability to multi‑task in a high volume, extremely fast‑paced health care business environment. Demonstrated willingness to take on varied responsibilities and work as part of a team to ensure the overall success of the Clinic. Excellent interpersonal skills and a sense of humor is a plus.

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individuals facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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