About the role#
This externship offers students in the Medical Administrative Assistant or Medical Office Specialist programs a chance to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. You will work on the front desk team to support daily operations and patient interactions. This is a paid, on-site role based in Poway, California.
What you'll do#
- Assess incoming phone calls to determine the correct course of action for patients.
- Greet and correspond with patients, visitors, and salespeople in a professional manner.
- Conduct appointment reminder calls and track patient attendance.
- Manage the electronic scheduler by entering data and booking appointments.
- Prepare patient charts and verify that records are accurate.
- Process and record patient payments in the computer system and ledger.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Medical Administrative Assistant or Medical Office Specialist program at a partnership school.
- Availability to work Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- A professional and dependable attitude with a desire to learn.
- Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Poway, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
About Neighborhood Healthcare
Neighborhood Healthcare is a private, non-profit community health organization founded in 1969. Based in Escondido, California, the organization provides medical, dental, and behavioral health services. It supports over 90,000 people annually through nearly 500,000 visits. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people across multiple locations.
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