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

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