Learns and maintains knowledge of current patient database and billing system
Has proper phone etiquette and represents VieMed in a professional manner
Obtains patient demographic and health insurance information; collects co-pay if appropriate
Enters patient information into the computer system
Verifies & records insurance benefits
Maintains a working knowledge of Medicare and insurance regulations and requirements as communicated by management
Able to read through and understand medical documentation effectively
Interacts professionally with physicians, patients/family and Co-Workers.
Schedules set ups, as called into VieMed, by physicians or physician’s office staff, per policy and procedure.
Answers telephone in a polite and professional manner. Communicates information to appropriate personnel.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to Manager, and other supervisors
Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationship with co-workers for the patient’s benefit
Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; self-motivated. Organization and management of Secretary’s activities reflect due consideration for the needs of the facility and staff
Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of facts and good judgment, within the coordinator’s scope of practice.
Manages and operates computer equipment safely and correctly.
Completes other duties, as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma preferred
1-3 years of administrative experience in an office setting preferred.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to interact knowledgeably with employees and managers.
Physical Demands:
Sitting at desk
Operation of office equipment and computer
Competencies:
Problem Solving/Analysis
Time Management
Communication Proficiency
Teamwork Orientation
You will be expected to work during normal business hours, which are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m. Please note this job description is not designed to cover and/or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
