Administrative Assistant Ii - Human Services

Explore. Thrive. Belong. Jefferson County is the Heart of the Heartland. We offer the best of Wisconsin living with safe, family oriented, vibrant business and civic communities surrounded by picturesque farmland. Jefferson County is proud of our small-town living options and easy access to major urban centers.

ABOUT HUMAN SERVICES OF JEFFERSON COUNTY Jefferson County Human Services department strives to make sure all citizens have the opportunity to access effective and comprehensive Human Services in an integrated and efficient manner, in order to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families living in Jefferson County.

The Administrative Services team seeks a detail oriented and organized Administrative Assistant II to provide a wide range of mid-level administrative and office support activities in order to facilitate efficient operations to best meet the needs of their clients.

To be successful in this position, you will be focusing on the below responsibilities:

• Updates, maintains, files, and scans medical records.
• Verifies authorizations in accordance with the agency policy and procedures and state and federal laws.
• Releases medical records in accordance with department policy and Federal and State regulations, ensuring validity, redaction accuracy, and applicable fees.
• Creates invoices for medical record release requests.
• Maintains the closed files and follows state statutes regarding the destruction of records once it has passed the retention period.
• Performs daily patient reminder calls for agency Psychotherapists.
• Prepares files for APNP appointments.
• Collects and maintains medication and telehealth consents.

We pay $20.05 - $25.77/ hour based on candidate’s successful experience and qualification.

Jefferson County offers an excellent, comprehensive benefits package. Click Here for 2024 Jefferson County Benefits. Benefit Highlights *2 weeks paid vacation* Health insurance* Health insurance Opt Out Plan * Dental & Vision insurance* * Life insurance* Wisconsin Retirement System* Health Savings Account * Differed Compensation Program* *Group Life insurance * Employees at Jefferson County Value *Competitive Pay* Excellent Benefits* Great Coworkers* Flexibility* Advancement & Opportunity* Family Feel*

Background check required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent with one to two years’ experience and/or training required; or an Associate degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with redaction of medical records. Experience with releasing of medical records.

Preferred Requirements:

• Three years related experience and/or training.

For a full job description and link to apply online, please visit the County’s web site at jeffersoncountywi.gov. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume in addition to the online Jefferson County application.

Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applications will be accepted until the positions is filled.