Practice Assistant - Department Of Surgery

SummaryPerforms both administrative and clinical functions to support smooth and efficient clinical service or practice operations under general supervision.

Performs basic clerical work and tasks that are repetitive and routine.

Administrative duties related to patient visits including scheduling, check-in, check-out duties.

Actual job duties may vary by Department.Does this position require Patient Care?

NoEssential Functions-Perform routine administrative and clerical duties relating to a clinical service or physician practice office.

• Make patient appointments and maintain appointment records.
• Greet and assist patients.
• Answer telephones, assist callers with routine inquiries, and schedule appointments.
• File materials in patient folders, and print appointment schedules.
• Process patient billing forms and scan documents to patient medical record / LMR.
• Call for patient medical records and laboratory test results.
• Open and distribute unit mail or faxes.
• Type forms, records, schedules, memos, etc., as directed.
• May be required to accept co-payments.
• Handles, screens and / or takes messages related to prior authorizations,-provider questions, prescription refills, and test results.
• Acts as "Super User" for scheduling, registration and billing systems.
• Provides assistance and training to others in these areas.
• May perform more complex or specialized functions (i.e. surgical scheduling, schedule changes / blocking) at more advanced competency level.EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

NoExperienceoffice experience 2-3 years requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities- Proficiency with all Office Suite, Knowledge of office operations and standards and understanding of office procedures including filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law.

We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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