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Receptionist (FT)

April 30, 2025

Salary: $15.60/hourly

Cattaraugus Territory Health Center-Irving, NY

Job description

Responsible for reception and specified clerical functions. Serves as the Nations Customer Service representative by greeting and directing employees and visitors in a courteous manner to appropriate person(s) and/or location.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Receives all incoming calls, screens for nature of call and transfers to appropriate employee.
  2. Receives patients/visitors and direct them to proper destination.
  3. Processes the incoming/outgoing mail by updating logs and distributing to appropriate mailboxes. Logs and notifies appropriate staff of UPS and FedEx deliveries. Tracks and forwards interdepartmental mail.
  4. Tracks and schedules conference rooms.
  5. Works to promote cooperative staff efforts to provide and maintain high quality service to patients, physicians and other staff to assure quality patient and client care.
  6. Where applicable, must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide communication appropriate to patients of all ages.
  7. Participates and completes all mandatory staff meetings, trainings and in-services.
  8. Follows all policies and procedures of department, Seneca Nation, and Seneca Nation Health System.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Ability to multitask.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Active listening skills.
  • Pleasant personality.

Job qualification

  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • Six months to one-year experience in clerical work or related field. Public relations capability.
  • Must have computer and typing skills.
  • Possess word processing and/or spreadsheet computer skills.
  • Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.
Send application/resume to:

Human Resources

275 Thomas Indian School Drive Ext

Irving, NY 14081

whernandez@senecahealth.org

(716) 532-5582 x5212

Additional information:

Seneca or Native preference will be given to qualified applicants.

Pre-employment drug screen and background clearance required.

Dental Assistant I (FT)

April 30, 2025

Salary: $15.60/hourly

Cattaraugus Territory Health Center-Irving, NY

Job description

Under the clinical direction of a licensed Dentist, the incumbent assists dentists and other dental healthcare providers during the examination and treatment of patients and performs other supportive functions. Work involves exposure to communicable diseases, radiation, and flying debris, therefore personal protective equipment appropriate to the task required by Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) will be worn at all times.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Performs routine chairside assisting, and accurately records diagnostic information and treatment.
  2. Responsible for day to day maintenance of all clinic areas, including cleanliness of clinic areas.
  3. Provides diagnostic aid including exposing radiographs, recording medical and dental histories.
  4. Educates patients regarding treatment and home care.
  5. Performs all routine dental equipment maintenance and monitoring for quality assurance.
  6. Monitors inventory, orders supplies and maintains adequate levels of supplies.
  7. Prepares and maintains dental operatory according to department’s policy and procedures.
  8. Assists in dental laboratory with, but not limited to; model duplication, appliance fabrication, etc.
  9. Performs basic office procedures including answering telephones, scheduling patients.
  10. Participates and completes all mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and in-services.
  11. Follows all policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation Health System, and Seneca Nation.
  12. Promotes cooperative staff efforts to provide high quality service to patients, and co-workers.
  13. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all ages as described in the department’s policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Must be physically fit to sit, walk, stand, and bend as necessary for long periods of time and occasionally lift supplies weighing no more than 25 lbs.
  • Computer proficient with up to one years’ experience in a clinical healthcare setting.

Job qualification

  • Entry level Dental Assistant: registered to take the Dental Assisting National Board examination, entering the IHS Dental Assistant competency program, or enrolled in a Dental Assistant vocational program.
  • CPR/BLS certification required.
  • Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.
Send application/resume to:

Human Resources

275 Thomas Indian School Drive Ext

Irving, NY 14081

whernandez@senecahealth.org

(716) 532-5582 x5212

Additional information:

Seneca or Native preference will be given to qualified applicants.

Pre-employment drug screen and background clearance required.

Phlebotomist (FT)

April 30, 2025

Salary: $19.69/hourly

Lionel R. John Health Center - Salamanca, NY

Job description

Incumbent is responsible for performing clinical laboratory procedures, phlebotomy, quality assurance, instrument maintenance, monthly reports, and inventory maintenance.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Draws blood using proper technique for all age groups.
  2. Adheres to proper infection control measures at all times.
  3. Completes laboratory requisition forms, records all information necessary for patient care into the electronic health record (EHR) accurately in a timely manner, and prepares monthly reports.
  4. Labels all specimen collection tubes/vials/containers correctly and completely.
  5. Conducts CLIA-waived testing procedures on various collected samples including but not limited to: HCT, rapid strep, UHCG, fecal occult blood, PT/INR, UA, blood glucose, HbA1c, rapid flu, monospot.
  6. Runs and documents quality control tests on lab equipment.
  7. Reviews result reports and immediately contacts nurses or providers, as appropriate, with critical values.
  8. Maintains and schedules patients for laboratory procedures as needed.
  9. Tracks all tests ordered and performs follow-up procedures as needed.
  10. Maintains stock supplies and performs general medical office duties within laboratory.
  11. Attends all mandatory staff meetings and in-services.
  12. Adheres to policies and procedures of the department, SN, and SNHS.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills.
  • Excellent computer/technological skills.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • The physical stamina to stand for long periods.

Job qualification

  • 2 years’ phlebotomy experience, to include pediatric and geriatric collections required.
  • Phlebotomy or Certified Medical Assistant certification required.
  • Current CPR/BLS required.
  • Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.
Send application/resume to:

Human Resources

987 R C Hoag Drive

Salamanca, NY 14779

slewis@senecahealth.org

(716) 945-5894 x3528

Additional information:

Seneca or Native preference will be given to qualified applicants.

Pre-employment drug screen and background clearance required.

Medical Receptionist (FT)

April 30, 2025

Salary: $15.60/hourly

Lionel R. John Health Center - Salamanca, NY

Job description

Incumbent is responsible for all scheduling tasks within the Medical Unit. Supports the administrative assistants as needed.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Receives and screens incoming phone calls. Schedules/transfers calls appropriately based on patient individual needs. Performs any/all administrative duties required to provide adequate patient care.
  2. Notifies patients of changes to appointments or provider availability as needed. Responsible to handle appropriately any/all communications necessary for patient care, both incoming and outgoing.
  3. Generates memos, work/school notes, reports, and other correspondence as needed. Records all information necessary for patient care accurately, and ensures timely entry of all required data into the electronic health record.
  4. Documents all patient contacts according to the provisions of HIPAA and the Privacy Act of 1974.
  5. Directs patients through the medical unit when necessary.
  6. Performs general medical office duties. Responsible for all general maintenance, housekeeping, material stocking, and cleaning as needed in order to maintain a clean and sanitary workplace for the delivery of patient care.
  7. Participates and promotes Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) guidelines and procedures. Responsible for any/all electronic health record functions and duties required for patient care.
  8. Promotes a cooperative and cohesive workplace environment to maintain high quality services to patients.
  9. Attends all mandatory staff meetings and in-services.
  10. Adheres to policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation, and Seneca Nation Health System.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent computer skills

Job qualification

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.
Send application/resume to:

Human Resources

987 R C Hoag Drive

Salamanca, NY 14779

slewis@senecahealth.org

(716) 945-5894 x3528

Additional information:

Seneca or Native preference will be given to qualified applicants.

Pre-employment drug screen and background clearance required.

Assistant Medical Billing Manager

April 30, 2025

Salary: $23.87/hourly

Lionel R. John Health Center - Salamanca, NY

Job description

Under the direction of the Medical Billing Manager, the Assistant Medical Billing Manager will serve as a working team lead for Business Office staff. Helping to develop the potential of team members by assisting, coaching and training billing staff as directed by policies or procedures. This position will perform duties associated with the billing process and help manage workflow while adhering to HIPAA. An understanding of Accounts Receivable, A/R aging, denial management, credit balances and payment posting is necessary to help ensure financial goals are being met.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Helps to create and maintain established policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance and safety.
  2. Assists in implementing appropriate billing and collection procedures, insuring that accounts receivable records are kept in accordance with established procedures.
  3. Monitors activities with Third Party Payers and stays abreast of changes in all reimbursement and billing procedures for third party and private insurance payers.
  4. Investigates and reports on all current reimbursement developments on the state and federal level.
  5. Proactively identifies trends and initiates recommendations for change to the Medical Billing Manager.
  6. Maintains own assigned billing duties to current status.
  7. Spot checks work for accuracy, efficiency and uniformity.
  8. Exercises judgment to make decisions for select methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
  9. Mentors, trains and coaches team members.
  10. Responds to staff questions ensuring they fully understand how to perform their duties.
  11. Has general knowledge of Business Office positions to act as back-up if need arises.
  12. Participates in professional activities and maintains professional affiliations as appropriate. Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, seminars, etc. to keep abreast of trends/changes in the field.
  13. Participates and completes all mandatory staff meetings, trainings and in-services.
  14. Follows all policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation, and Seneca Nation Health System.
  15. Works to promote cooperative staff efforts to provide and maintain high quality service to patients, physicians, and other staff.
  16. Assures confidentiality of information according to the privacy Act of 1974 (HIPAA).
  17. Maintains a positive teamwork environment to ensure quality patient care.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Must have thorough knowledge of third party reimbursement/regulations, forecasting and planning skills, and must be knowledgeable with ICD-9, ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding.
  • Must be familiar with medical terminology and must be able to interpret provisions of health plans.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, and be able to help develop policies to increase the productivity of the revenue cycle.

Job qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration related field with three to five years of experience in health care finance.
  • Two years of supervisory or management experience desired.
  • Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.
Send application/resume to:

Human Resources

987 R C Hoag Drive

Salamanca, NY 14779

slewis@senecahealth.org

(716) 945-5894 x3528

Additional information:

Seneca or Native preference will be given to qualified applicants.

Pre-employment drug screen and background clearance required.

Dental Assistant I (FT)

April 30, 2025

Salary: $15.60/hourly

Lionel R. John Health Center - Salamanca, NY

Job description

Under the clinical direction of a licensed Dentist, the incumbent assists dentists and other dental healthcare providers during the examination and treatment of patients and performs other supportive functions. Work involves exposure to communicable diseases, radiation, and flying debris, therefore personal protective equipment appropriate to the task required by Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) will be worn at all times.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Performs routine chairside assisting, and accurately records diagnostic information and treatment.
  2. Responsible for day to day maintenance of all clinic areas, including cleanliness of clinic areas.
  3. Provides diagnostic aid including exposing radiographs, recording medical and dental histories.
  4. Educates patients regarding treatment and home care.
  5. Performs all routine dental equipment maintenance and monitoring for quality assurance.
  6. Monitors inventory, orders supplies and maintains adequate levels of supplies.
  7. Prepares and maintains dental operatory according to department’s policy and procedures.
  8. Assists in dental laboratory with, but not limited to; model duplication, appliance fabrication, etc.
  9. Performs basic office procedures including answering telephones, scheduling patients.
  10. Participates and completes all mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and in-services.
  11. Follows all policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation Health System, and Seneca Nation.
  12. Promotes cooperative staff efforts to provide high quality service to patients, and co-workers.
  13. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all ages as described in the department’s policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Must be physically fit to sit, walk, stand, and bend as necessary for long periods of time and occasionally lift supplies weighing no more than 25 lbs.
  • Computer proficient with up to one years’ experience in a clinical healthcare setting.

Job qualification

  • Entry level Dental Assistant: registered to take the Dental Assisting National Board examination, entering the IHS Dental Assistant competency program, or enrolled in a Dental Assistant vocational program.
  • CPR/BLS certification required.
  • Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.

 

Send application/resume to:

Human Resources

987 R C Hoag Drive

Salamanca, NY 14779

slewis@senecahealth.org

(716) 945-5894 x3528

Additional information:

Seneca or Native preference will be given to qualified applicants.

Pre-employment drug screen and background clearance required.