Wellness Specialist

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION:

Provides administrative support to the Health and Wellness Department.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains and files student medical records.

• Answers phones, schedules appointments, arrange student transportation needs, and greets students.

• Assists students in completing medical insurance documents.

• Monitors missed appointments and follows up as necessary. Updates missed appointments in Center Information System (CIS).

• Completes purchase requisitions for medical supplies and for payment of vendors.

• Enters CA-1 data into the Safety Health Information Management System (SHIMS).

• Maintains a log of medically separated students.

• Opens, sorts and distributes incoming correspondence, including faxes.

• Follows all HIPPA rules and regulations.

• Assists the center in every effort necessary to achieve its OMS goals, as well as ensuring that the Zero Tolerance Policy is strictly adhered to.

• Promotes a positive work environment demonstrating career success standards and core values.

• Models appropriate behaviors, mentors students and monitors both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.

• Other duties as assigned.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of state and federal laws regulating patient privacy (HIPPA)

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

• Meticulous documentation/recording skills and attention to detail; excellent time management skills

• Excellent customer service skills; ability to multi-task

• Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.

• Ability to effectively operate office equipment

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma

EXPERIENCE:

• One year secretarial experience-medical office experience preferred

OTHER:

• Must possess valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record