Georgia Department of Public Health
Admin Support
Georgia Department of Public Health, Richmond Hill, Georgia, United States, 31424
Salary:
See Position Description
Location :
Richmond Co Health Dept South Augusta, GA
Job Type:
Full Time Salaried
Job Number:
2024-09648
Division/Section:
District 6 County Position
Opening Date:
11/18/2024
Closing Date:
11/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
This position is in Augusta, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance . If relocating to the area, please specify on the application .
As Admin Support within the Richmond County Health Department - South Augusta, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.Starting Salary: $30,304.80
Who we are.
We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.
As a member of the
Georgia Department of Public Health
team,
you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
Make a Professional Impact
- Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and playEnjoy Workplace Flexibility
- Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia ResidentsWork with
a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengthsAchieve Career Longevity
- Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term careerTake Part in a Hands-on Working Culture
- Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your roleFeel Pride in Where you Work
- Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, 401K, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30-minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Job Responsibilities
Registration of patients into medical system. Verification of varies medical insurance to include medicaid, medicare, UHC, ambetter, humana, etc. Prepare presumptive pregnancy Medicaid for expectant mother. Scan documents associated to patient's visit into their VHN account. Answer phone calls and triage toappropriate department. Purge medical records during down time. Collectcopays and other fees associated with patient visit and also collect any previous balances they previous balances they may have on their account. Complete deposit for bank and reconcile cash box. Run reports daily to make sure payments have been allocated appropriately and that it balances at the end of the day.Performs other duties as needed depending on patientflow and workload of the facility. Will be expected tolearn registration as well as the checkout procedures so that employee will be cross trained in all areas in aneffort to have adequate coverage at all times.Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED and two years of general office oradministrative experience.
Preferred Qualifications:Good customer service skills are a must. Must be able to be a team player. Previous experience in a business office setting, preferably a medical facility or doctor's office. Experiencehandling money, collecting payments and doing refunds, medical billing and/or insurance verification is a plus.Additional Information
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried EmployeesIn addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.No benefits are offered for part time employees.
01
I understand that if my application (we do not review resumes) doesn't reflect the minimum educations or experience required for this position it will not be referred to the hiring manager.
YesNo
02
Do you have experience using M&M software?
YesNo
03
How many years of experience do you have in office procedures, providing general clerical support to an office, to include such tasks as data entry/maintenance, copying/distributing documents and materials, maintaining record-keeping and filing systems, etc.?
0 1-2 Years3-5 Years6-9 YearsMore than 10 Years
04
Are you familiar with verifying patient eligibility for their insurance?
YesNo
05
Do you have experience in administration within a healthcare facility?
YesNo
06
Do you have front/back office experience working in a medical office or medical facility?
YesNo
07
Are you a current Government employee of the State of Georgia?
YesNo
08
Do you have any relatives working for the Department of Public Health?
YesNo
09
Are you a veteran of the US Armed Forces?
YesNo
10
Are you a United States citizen?
YesNo
11
Are you an alien authorized to work in the United States?
YesNo
Required Question
See Position Description
Location :
Richmond Co Health Dept South Augusta, GA
Job Type:
Full Time Salaried
Job Number:
2024-09648
Division/Section:
District 6 County Position
Opening Date:
11/18/2024
Closing Date:
11/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
This position is in Augusta, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance . If relocating to the area, please specify on the application .
As Admin Support within the Richmond County Health Department - South Augusta, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.Starting Salary: $30,304.80
Who we are.
We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.
As a member of the
Georgia Department of Public Health
team,
you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
Make a Professional Impact
- Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and playEnjoy Workplace Flexibility
- Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia ResidentsWork with
a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengthsAchieve Career Longevity
- Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term careerTake Part in a Hands-on Working Culture
- Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your roleFeel Pride in Where you Work
- Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, 401K, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30-minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Job Responsibilities
Registration of patients into medical system. Verification of varies medical insurance to include medicaid, medicare, UHC, ambetter, humana, etc. Prepare presumptive pregnancy Medicaid for expectant mother. Scan documents associated to patient's visit into their VHN account. Answer phone calls and triage toappropriate department. Purge medical records during down time. Collectcopays and other fees associated with patient visit and also collect any previous balances they previous balances they may have on their account. Complete deposit for bank and reconcile cash box. Run reports daily to make sure payments have been allocated appropriately and that it balances at the end of the day.Performs other duties as needed depending on patientflow and workload of the facility. Will be expected tolearn registration as well as the checkout procedures so that employee will be cross trained in all areas in aneffort to have adequate coverage at all times.Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED and two years of general office oradministrative experience.
Preferred Qualifications:Good customer service skills are a must. Must be able to be a team player. Previous experience in a business office setting, preferably a medical facility or doctor's office. Experiencehandling money, collecting payments and doing refunds, medical billing and/or insurance verification is a plus.Additional Information
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried EmployeesIn addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.No benefits are offered for part time employees.
01
I understand that if my application (we do not review resumes) doesn't reflect the minimum educations or experience required for this position it will not be referred to the hiring manager.
YesNo
02
Do you have experience using M&M software?
YesNo
03
How many years of experience do you have in office procedures, providing general clerical support to an office, to include such tasks as data entry/maintenance, copying/distributing documents and materials, maintaining record-keeping and filing systems, etc.?
0 1-2 Years3-5 Years6-9 YearsMore than 10 Years
04
Are you familiar with verifying patient eligibility for their insurance?
YesNo
05
Do you have experience in administration within a healthcare facility?
YesNo
06
Do you have front/back office experience working in a medical office or medical facility?
YesNo
07
Are you a current Government employee of the State of Georgia?
YesNo
08
Do you have any relatives working for the Department of Public Health?
YesNo
09
Are you a veteran of the US Armed Forces?
YesNo
10
Are you a United States citizen?
YesNo
11
Are you an alien authorized to work in the United States?
YesNo
Required Question