SBHU Program Assistant

Job Summary:

Summary

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Program Assistant has core responsibility and accountability for administrative support of their assigned program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to non-clinical telephone triage and management, accurate and timely completion of statistics, data entry, project support of Director and Medical Staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
• Appropriately & effectively communicates with referral office personnel, nurses, physicians, ancillary departments, and patients and family members.
• Completes data entry accurately and timely.
• Completes charge reconciliation.
• Creates daily, monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Performs duties related to the overall functioning of the assigned program.
• Orders needed equipment for department.
• Other duties as consistent with this role.

Rehab Unit

• Completes daily compliance within EPIC to meet Rehabilitation Guidelines.
• Posts financial, CMS %, Program Evaluation data, and various communications as directed.
• Transmits patient data accurately and timely to CMS.
• Acquire CMG (case mix group) and provide to billing department.
• Analyzes and detects inconsistencies with IRF PAI data.

SBHU

• Supports intake activities to include tracking and dissemination of incoming referrals, communication with referral contacts on status and management of referral disposition reports.
• Supports physician payroll and CME/ETO tracking.
• Provides support IDT, Unit Council, MOR.
• Assists program leadership with scheduling payroll, and committee scheduling/minutes.

Job Requirements

Job Knowledge and Skills

• Medical terminology
• Computer training
• Use of Microsoft suite of programs

Education and Experience

• High school diploma preferred

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

Americans with Disabilities Statement

Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

Standard of Business Conduct

Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.

Covenant Health Mission Statement

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values:

•Compassion

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

•Integrity

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

•Collaboration

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

•Excellence

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).

Comp Range:

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

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