Behavioral Health Office Assistant, Behavioral Health
United South and Eastern Tribes Inc., Hartford, CT, United States
Behavioral Health Office Assistant, Behavioral Health
Summary of Job Description:
The Office Assistant provides front-line administrative support for the Behavioral Health department, including reception, scheduling, obtaining patient vital signs, and maintenance of accurate patient records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). This role assists with administrative projects and budget tracking, and coordinates with staff, vendors, and community partners to support patient care and departmental operations, as well as assist with obtaining prior authorizations for visits and medications. The Office Assistant also assists with department events, meetings, training, and outreach activities.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions provided in written, oral, or schedule form
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Proven ability to multitask with high attention to detail
Intermediate Word and Excel skills; ability to learn additional systems as needed
Demonstrates ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and take initiative with minimal supervision
Demonstrated self-starter with strong problem-solving skills
Ability to manage and track projects, budgets and administrative processes
Demonstrates understanding of basic medical terminology
Understanding of normal vs abnormal vital sign ranges
Proficiency in using digital and manual equipment (e.g., sphygmomanometer for blood pressure, thermometer, scale or willingness to train
High School Diploma or equivalent
Three (3) years’ experience in a Health office setting
Experience in Behavioral Health Clinic setting, preferred
Three (3) years’ experience with DSM-IV-TR Classification System and Behavioral Heath coding system
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA), preferred
Successful candidate must pass the background check in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act (ICPA)
No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving moral turpitude or issues of integrity
The Mohegan Tribal Government is committed to Native American Preference and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Summary of Job Description:
The Office Assistant provides front-line administrative support for the Behavioral Health department, including reception, scheduling, obtaining patient vital signs, and maintenance of accurate patient records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). This role assists with administrative projects and budget tracking, and coordinates with staff, vendors, and community partners to support patient care and departmental operations, as well as assist with obtaining prior authorizations for visits and medications. The Office Assistant also assists with department events, meetings, training, and outreach activities.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions provided in written, oral, or schedule form
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Proven ability to multitask with high attention to detail
Intermediate Word and Excel skills; ability to learn additional systems as needed
Demonstrates ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and take initiative with minimal supervision
Demonstrated self-starter with strong problem-solving skills
Ability to manage and track projects, budgets and administrative processes
Demonstrates understanding of basic medical terminology
Understanding of normal vs abnormal vital sign ranges
Proficiency in using digital and manual equipment (e.g., sphygmomanometer for blood pressure, thermometer, scale or willingness to train
High School Diploma or equivalent
Three (3) years’ experience in a Health office setting
Experience in Behavioral Health Clinic setting, preferred
Three (3) years’ experience with DSM-IV-TR Classification System and Behavioral Heath coding system
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA), preferred
Successful candidate must pass the background check in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act (ICPA)
No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving moral turpitude or issues of integrity
The Mohegan Tribal Government is committed to Native American Preference and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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