Ambassador
Newton, MA - USA
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Responsible for enhancing the overall patient and visitor experience within a healthcare setting. This position involves serving as a liaison between patients families and hospital staff providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment. This role also assists with patient navigation address concerns and promote a positive hospital image.Does this position require Patient Care
No
Essential Functions
-Greet patients visitors and staff with a warm and professional demeanor.
-Assist patients and visitors with navigation within the hospital including directions to departments facilities and services.
-Address and resolve patient and visitor inquiries concerns and complaints in a timely and empathetic manner.
-Assist patients with check-in and check-out processes ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.
-Act as a liaison between patients families and hospital staff ensuring clear and effective communication.
-Inform patients and visitors about additional hospital services and programs that may benefit them.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associates Degree Healthcare Administration preferred or Associates Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Experience in customer service healthcare or a similar setting 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a strong focus on customer service.
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Proficiency with office software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) and general administrative tasks.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teams and departments.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 50lbs(w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 50lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$17.71 - $23.55/HourlyGrade
2EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.