Front Office Coordinator/ Shore Medical Group/ Cardiology

Job Description

General Summary

Under moderate supervision, performs a variety of clerical activities to support clinical operations including customer service, telephone management, scheduling, registration, and copay collections. Ensures that all provider schedules are appropriately populated, telephones are managed, and complete registration information is captured prior to or during each patient visit.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. These are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

• Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls. Provides general information in person and on the telephone.

• Calls patients to verify appointments.

• Verifies patient demographic information including insurance verification prior to the patient visit for all pre-scheduled patients. Performs data entry of patient demographic information. Types letters and faxes information as needed.

• Registers all patients at each visit utilizing established policies for the capture of complete and up-to-date patient and insurance information Receives and documents patient responsible payments including co-payments, past balance payments, and other patient-responsible charges.

• Schedules patients for physician visit. Maintains and updates appointment calendars.

• Processes all referral requests by physicians and patients within a timely manner and according to clinic procedure.

• Notifies clinical personnel of patient arrival.

• Maintains entry log of incoming visitors.

• Processes and delivers departmental mail.

• Processes and maintains medical records in accordance with records protocols.

• Discharges each patient via established policies, including charge entry for current visit if appropriate, scheduling of future appointments, facilitation of ancillary procedures as necessary, and provides for the patient a receipt for services rendered.

• Travel between sites may be required based on coverage needs

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Company Description

Shore Medical Group Cardiology Practice (Outpatient Office Services)

Locations: Cambridge, Chestertown, Denton, Easton, and Queenstown

At Shore Medical Group/ Cardiology a member of University of Maryland Medical System, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.

One (1) year of customer service experience required. One (1) year relevant front-desk experience preferred. Experience within a healthcare environment preferred.

Certification in scheduling and registration preferred.

Shore Medical Group Cardiology Practice (Outpatient Office Services)

Locations: Cambridge, Chestertown, Denton, Easton, and Queenstown

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.