Office Coordinator - Physician Practice

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Pottstown, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates administrative duties associated with daily physician practice operations and serves as a resource for front-line scheduling colleagues. Provides education and support to clerical staff and functions as the primary practice resource for insurance information, clerical standard work, EMR scheduling, referrals, and other appointment functions. The position is onsite at the Pottstown location and works a day shift, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of physician's office practice experience.
• Ability to work with interruptions and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to provide coaching and feedback.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge and working use of medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Proven proficiency with technology and EMR workflows by the conclusion of orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in business administration.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient access workflows, including internal and external referrals for new and established patients, based on medical plans, insurance requirements, patient preferences, and the practice schedule.
• Coordinate daily staffing to meet procedure and customer needs; develop reports and monitor staff productivity, efficiency, and quality metrics.
• Ensure and educate staff on timely, standardized registration, scheduling, billing, clerical scanning, insurance, and referral processes.
• Work as a team member to support practice and network goals and objectives.
• Troubleshoot problems and take corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment.
• Support care delivery team members and quality initiatives.
• Assist with service recovery efforts and patient communication.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED