Front Desk Associate

EyeSouth Partners•Lincolnwood, IL

23h•$18 - $20

About The Position

University Retina is a full-service practice that specializes in helping patients heal eyesight-robbing diseases of the retina, vitreous, and macula. Led by a team of board-certified ophthalmologists and retina specialists, the practice has locations in Oak Forest, Bedford Park, Lemont, Lombard, and Lincolnwood,Illinois. With a dedication to education, technology, charity, and compassionate care, the University Retina team strives to provide patients with the highest level of retinal care in the world. The physicians diagnose and treat retinal-related conditions, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment repair, and other disorders of the retina, vitreous, and macula. All University Retina offices are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and each patient’s treatment plan includes the most current and effective therapies or services available. The Front Desk Associate provides exceptional patient service, both in person and over the phone. This position interviews patients and/or their representatives to obtain complete and accurate demographic, financial and insurance information, required for billing and collecting patient accounts. The Front Office Associate performs a variety of clerical and patient service duties necessary to maintain efficient flow of operations in the medical office. The Front Office Associate may answer multiple phone lines, schedule appointments, assist in processing medical records requests, enter patient demographic and insurance information, and accept patient payments. Pay Range - $18.00-$20.00/hr. Commensurate with experience

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent Certificate Required
Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical office/health care setting
Minimum 2 years of health care insurance experience
Strong computer knowledge and skills with a minimum typing speed of 30 WPM
Strong desire to assist others and provide excellent customer service
Must be highly dependable and organized
Outstanding interpersonal skills
An impeccably clean, polished, professional image
The ability to learn quickly, retain training, problem solve and think independently

Nice To Haves

Understanding of medical terminology

Responsibilities

Displays high level of professionalism and gives superb customer service
Obtains and reviews patient demographic and insurance information for accuracy
Verifies insurance and collects copays, co-insurance, and outstanding balances
Ensures all patient intake forms are signed and complete
Answers patient communication pathways including multiple phone lines, Solution Reach Conversations Messaging Portal, and email/fax
Schedules appointments
Processes medical record requests per policies and procedures
Coordinates with Clinical Staff to ensure optimal patient experience