Front Desk Medical Office Assistant

Previous healthcare experience required, Epic experience preferred.

Front Desk Medical Office Assistant for a very busy medical practice.**

JOB DESCRIPTION

Performs a variety of tasks in as much as this position is the first contact by the prospective patient with the medical office. Essential duties include providing excellent customer/patient services via phone and in person; referring callers to the appropriate departments; making appointments for patients according to established protocols; assisting patients/clients with forms. The position is considered a crucial link between the patient and the care delivered by clinical and service staff of the medical office. The incumbent must work collaboratively with all Clinical services staff in support of direct patient services, exhibiting flexibility and a “can do” attitude. The patient experience is the key priority in this position requiring the person to serve as a point of contact with other internal and external departments, all with the goal of fostering an environment which promotes patient comfort and trust. The position must exemplify the core values and mission of the organization, always exercising utmost discretion, diplomacy and tact in patient/staff interactions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs day-to-day administrative functions and general office duties including but not limited to email, copying, filing, faxing, answering phones and data entry.
• Provides information to office callers according to the Policies and Procedures; transfers calls as needed.
• Welcomes and greets patients/clients/visitors to the department in a manner that is helpful and friendly; determines purpose of visit and direct patients/clients/visitors to appropriate person or department(s).
• If/when scheduling appointment, carefully screens patients for new address, new patient visit or update registration and informs patient of adequate information that must be presented at time of visit and/or verifies and confirms benefits
• Adheres to all Clinic policies on safety and security; maintains restricted areas safe by
• Safe-guarding keyless entry codes and computer system passwords in strict confidentiality.
• Must exercise utmost diplomacy and tact to provide excellent customer service for patients; practices confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance with policies and HIPAA requirements.
• Maintains patient waiting areas, office files, and front-desk areas in a manner that is organized and neat.
• Informs patient of any existing balance noted in computer and request patient be prepare for any payment due at time of visit.
• Verifies method of payment for service (Medicare, private insurance, private payee, Medicaid, etc.) and collects data and/or payment as appropriate.
• May check-in/check-out patients; assist with FMLA/Disability processing
• Exercises problem-solving and conflict resolution skills when handling patient complaints; refers patient complaints to appropriate designated personnel as needed.
• Attends scheduled department staff and clinical meetings.
• Performs all duties and service in full compliance with WHCPC’s Patient Experience Standards.
• Performs all duties in support of successful EHR/EPM implementation.
• Performs other duties as may be required.
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality; able to maintain confidentiality under HIPAA standards.
• Must have the ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy and tact; excellent customer services and interpersonal communication skills; Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work with diverse people groups.
• Intermediate to advanced phone skills; able to effectively relate via the telephone and in-person to serve the needs of Clinic patients/clients/visitors in a manner that is efficient and productive.
• Must be highly flexible; able to accommodate changing needs of the department.
• Well developed verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math and modern office procedures.
• Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Proven flexibility and willingness to handle a variety of tasks.
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends.
• Basic to intermediate computer knowledge and skills.
• Training and/or experience with computer data entry and ability to type.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent plus six months of medical receptionist experience in comparable health care setting.
• Prior administrative or clerical experience in clinical or community-based setting highly preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Medical office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16