What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Office Clerk position at Heritage Valley Health System?
Department: Family Medicine
Work Hours: Monday - Thursday 830-5/8-430, Friday 8-130. Daylight, no weekends no holidays.
This position performs front office processes to facilitate the patient visit and resident education. Responsibilities include answering incoming calls, insurance verification, patient scheduling, both onsite and offsite, registration and charge entry/posting; chart preparation, maintenance and filing, diagnosis and procedure coding, collection of statistical information and insurance referrals.
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED is required. Medical terminology course or equivalent, telephone skill to handle multiple calls, the ability to operate a computer and work in Windows-based applications, and knowledge of health insurance.
Successful completion of Acts 73 and/or 169 clearances within 90 days of commencing employment, if applicable.
Preferred
Medical office experience, ICD coding training or experience, proficiency in the use of Next Gen, and excellent communication skills.
