Physician Office Assistant - Gastroenterology - FT
Physician Office Assistant - Gastroenterology - FT
Tracking Code
29167
Job Description
General
Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Practice Manager, performs a variety of clerical office duties related to telephone management, receiving patients, insurance/billing, electronic record management, scheduling and administrative support as necessary. Ensures that the patient visit is a well-coordinated and friendly experience.
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Duties and
Responsibilities:
The following are essential job accountabilities:
1 Answers telephones, routes callers, takes messages and provides routine information to callers.
2 Greets and registers patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.
3 Schedules patient appointments within established parameters.
4 Performs various duties for effective check-in and check-out of patients.
5 Prepares schedules and encounter forms for daily visits.
6 Handles walk in patients in the appropriate manner.
7 Ensures that Race, Ethnicity and Language is documented as appropriate.
8 Processes patient charge, performs charge entry, collects copays, deductibles and account balances, monitors, TES and registration edits.
9 Performs various tasks related to end of day batch control, cash drawer etc.
10 Enters and/or retrieves data from established computer files using knowledge of various computer software applications (e.g., SIIS, Promise , Flowcast, MPV, Cerner Message Center, patient portal, eCare, touchworks scan, LMS, outlook).
11 Schedules appointments for patients with other provider offices and/or facilities including correct processing of necessary referral forms, pre-authorization forms, test instructions, patient benefit verification and transfer of patient information.
12 Processes requests for patient information according to policies and procedures, including record copy service and form tracking.
13 Researches billing questions and problems for patients with centralized billing service.
14 Types various notes, letters, memos and reports, as needed. Proofs materials for errors.
15 Complies with all HIPPA rules and regulations.
16 Communicates required information via eCare to the insurance specialty center to schedule patient appointments and tests, ensuring that appropriate referrals and authorizations are obtained, if applicable.
Department Description:
WellSpan Medical Group is a large multi-specialty group; servicing patients across south central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.------
Please clickhereto learn more about WellSpan Medical Group orhereto learn more about this practice.
Employment Requirements:
WellSpan expects that each and every employee will provide the highest quality care in a respectful and dignified manner. To that end we endorse policies and practices that support high quality care, respect for others and personal health and safety. Listed below are three important standards to which all employees are expected to adhere:
- Refrain from using any tobacco product on or in direct view of any WellSpan owned or leased property, within any WellSpan vehicle or while accompanying another WellSpan employee or guest in their own or another vehicle.
- Manage your use of personal fragrances (including cigarette or cigar smoke); avoiding scented body products or odors on your person--that many cause irritation or allergic reactions in others.
- Obtain an annual flu vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exemption.
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About WellSpan:
WellSpan Health is an integrated health system that serves the communities of central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. The organization is comprised of a multispecialty medical group of more than 660 providers, a home care organization, four respected hospitals, more than 11,000 employees and 93 patient care locations. WellSpan is consistently recognized by SDI as one of the Top 100 Integrated Health Networks in the United States and has been recognized by Health Imaging and IT as one of the nation's Top 25 Connected Healthcare Facilities.
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The Community:
WellSpan Health facilities are located in York and Adams counties, which offer an ideal living environment to match the quality of work-life balance you re seeking.-- Both communities offer abundant outdoor and cultural activities, including restaurants, theatre, golf courses, hiking trails, water sports and historic tours.-- The communities are a short drive from several, large metropolitan areas including the Baltimore/DC metro area and Philadelphia.
Required Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills (Proficient in Microsoft applications)
Medical Terminology
Customer Service
Knowledge of medical office operations to include reception, billing and insurance and general office skills
Required Experience
Professional Medical, Administrative or Business --School-- or 12 or more months of medical office experience
Job Location
Hanover, Pennsylvania, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Schedule
Days
Additional Scheduling Info
N/A
Additional Requirements
N/AEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Tracking Code
29167
Job Description
General
Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Practice Manager, performs a variety of clerical office duties related to telephone management, receiving patients, insurance/billing, electronic record management, scheduling and administrative support as necessary. Ensures that the patient visit is a well-coordinated and friendly experience.
--
Duties and
Responsibilities:
The following are essential job accountabilities:
1 Answers telephones, routes callers, takes messages and provides routine information to callers.
2 Greets and registers patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.
3 Schedules patient appointments within established parameters.
4 Performs various duties for effective check-in and check-out of patients.
5 Prepares schedules and encounter forms for daily visits.
6 Handles walk in patients in the appropriate manner.
7 Ensures that Race, Ethnicity and Language is documented as appropriate.
8 Processes patient charge, performs charge entry, collects copays, deductibles and account balances, monitors, TES and registration edits.
9 Performs various tasks related to end of day batch control, cash drawer etc.
10 Enters and/or retrieves data from established computer files using knowledge of various computer software applications (e.g., SIIS, Promise , Flowcast, MPV, Cerner Message Center, patient portal, eCare, touchworks scan, LMS, outlook).
11 Schedules appointments for patients with other provider offices and/or facilities including correct processing of necessary referral forms, pre-authorization forms, test instructions, patient benefit verification and transfer of patient information.
12 Processes requests for patient information according to policies and procedures, including record copy service and form tracking.
13 Researches billing questions and problems for patients with centralized billing service.
14 Types various notes, letters, memos and reports, as needed. Proofs materials for errors.
15 Complies with all HIPPA rules and regulations.
16 Communicates required information via eCare to the insurance specialty center to schedule patient appointments and tests, ensuring that appropriate referrals and authorizations are obtained, if applicable.
Department Description:
WellSpan Medical Group is a large multi-specialty group; servicing patients across south central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.------
Please clickhereto learn more about WellSpan Medical Group orhereto learn more about this practice.
Employment Requirements:
WellSpan expects that each and every employee will provide the highest quality care in a respectful and dignified manner. To that end we endorse policies and practices that support high quality care, respect for others and personal health and safety. Listed below are three important standards to which all employees are expected to adhere:
- Refrain from using any tobacco product on or in direct view of any WellSpan owned or leased property, within any WellSpan vehicle or while accompanying another WellSpan employee or guest in their own or another vehicle.
- Manage your use of personal fragrances (including cigarette or cigar smoke); avoiding scented body products or odors on your person--that many cause irritation or allergic reactions in others.
- Obtain an annual flu vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exemption.
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About WellSpan:
WellSpan Health is an integrated health system that serves the communities of central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. The organization is comprised of a multispecialty medical group of more than 660 providers, a home care organization, four respected hospitals, more than 11,000 employees and 93 patient care locations. WellSpan is consistently recognized by SDI as one of the Top 100 Integrated Health Networks in the United States and has been recognized by Health Imaging and IT as one of the nation's Top 25 Connected Healthcare Facilities.
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The Community:
WellSpan Health facilities are located in York and Adams counties, which offer an ideal living environment to match the quality of work-life balance you re seeking.-- Both communities offer abundant outdoor and cultural activities, including restaurants, theatre, golf courses, hiking trails, water sports and historic tours.-- The communities are a short drive from several, large metropolitan areas including the Baltimore/DC metro area and Philadelphia.
Required Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills (Proficient in Microsoft applications)
Medical Terminology
Customer Service
Knowledge of medical office operations to include reception, billing and insurance and general office skills
Required Experience
Professional Medical, Administrative or Business --School-- or 12 or more months of medical office experience
Job Location
Hanover, Pennsylvania, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Schedule
Days
Additional Scheduling Info
N/A
Additional Requirements
N/AEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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