Administrative Support Technician, Health Services (On-call)

Summary ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Health Services Department provides public health and behavioral health programs and services that benefit residents county-wide.
The department includes more than 450 employees across ten sites, working in a diverse range of programs within three service areas: Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Administrative Services.
To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click HERE.
ABOUT THE COUNTY: We know where you choose to live, work and play matters.
Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region.
Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,200 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon.
We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB: This position will provide office/front desk support for Deschutes County Health Services.
Duties include but are not limited to reception, scheduling, medical records management, and insurance processing and verification.
The incumbent will provide support to clinical and supervisory/management staff, and also to a widely diverse community and client base through verbal or written communication, in-person contact, email and phone.
This on-call position will require the incumbent to be available to work a very flexible schedule with frequent short notice.
The incumbent may be asked to work at Health Services locations throughout the county in Bend, Redmond, and La Pine.
Key Responsibilities: Performing a variety of clerical functions to support County operations.
Entering data and numerical information into a computer system with speed and accuracy, and maintaining electronic records, files, and databases.
Reviewing documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with requirements.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
What You Will Bring: Knowledge of or experience with: Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone.
Business and personal computers, and specialized software applications.
HIPAA regulations and procedures.
Skill in: Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Understanding and explaining rules, regulations, codes, laws, and ordinances.
Interpreting a variety of technical instructions and program requirements.
*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
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Compensation $22.
0566 to $29.
5582 per hour.
There are no County benefits with this position.
This position is available immediately.
Posting is reopened until filled.
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND two (2) years of administrative support experience; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience working with Electronic Health Records Systems (EHR).
Bilingual in English and Spanish communication.
Necessary Special Requirements The employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment).
These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
NOTE: Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 (Download PDF reader) this position requires a Criminal Background check through the State Background Check Unit/Orchards, which may also include being fingerprinted.
These rules provide for the reasonable screening under ORS 181A.
195, 181A.
200, 409.
027 AND 413.
036 of the County’s employees to determine if they have a history of specific criminal behavior identified in federal or state law or rules such that they should not be allowed to work, be employed, or perform in positions covered by these rules.
Please click HERE (Download PDF reader) to review Criminal Records Check Rules.
All offers of employment for this position are contingent upon the candidate receiving final approval from the State Background Check Unit/Orchards to work in this position.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.
Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities.
All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.
If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE for information.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents at a minimal cost of $90 per month.
Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 1 month of employment.
Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents.
The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients.
The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay.
In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
Employer paid benefit offerings include: Life Insurance for employee and dependents Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Retirement Program through Oregon PERS Time Management LeaveEmployee paid voluntary benefit offerings include: 125 Flexible Spending Program 457 Deferred Compensation Program Supplemental Life and Accident InsuranceTo learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit www.
deschutes.
org/hr and click on Employee Benefits.