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Helps make patient's visit to the doctor go smoothly. Duties include keeping track of medical records and test reports, coordinating appointments, receiving patients and visitors and answering phones. Interacts with physicians, technologists, therapists, patients and patients' family members.
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| Skills/Talents |
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Communications skills, positive personality, human relations skills, multitasking, self-motivated, ability to work independently, ability to work with a team, professional image, respect diversity, flexibility, honesty and caring attitude towards people.
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| Work Setting |
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Desk on a specialty floor in the clinic.
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| Work Hours |
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Primarily day shifts, Monday-Friday. Some opportunities for part-time appointments.
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| Education |
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High school graduate or GED. Completion of patient service representative training.
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| Qualifications |
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Must have knowledge of computers, computer software, desk procedures and Clinic policies.
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| Recommended High School Classes |
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college prep, business/accounting, keyboarding, computer applications, English composition, healthcare sciences, anatomy/physiology, second language, and psychology
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| Minnesota Median Salary |
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$16.53/hour ($34,515/yr)
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