Senior Support Assistant ( SOD- Patient Services) at UTHealth in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Position Summary:

This is a second step entry level job that performs most routine tasks under more generally defined supervision. Performs a variety of moderately complex clerical tasks to support assigned area. This position may provide secretarial support. Departments may provide additional guidance with a departmental position description. An effective team member who possesses the following skills: accountability, critical thinking, attentive to details, capable of building relationships through clear communication and active listening, leading change by inspiring others and mentorship. Demonstration of sustained commitment to achieving both personal and professional goals with self-confidence, self-awareness, a positive attitude, and forward-thinking. Experience and understanding of federal statutes related to HIPAA, HITECH, EHRs, medical/dental billing and revenue cycle to maintain patient information confidentiality, standards of compliance, but also organizational performance and efficiency.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Certification/Skills:

Working knowledge of standard Office Software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required.
FMS training with a passing score may be required.
Use of University financial systems may be required.

Minimum Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience:

Three (3) years of general office experience. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.
Prior experience scheduling and maintaining calendars & travel itineraries.
Prior experience with preparing meeting materials or general reports preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215