Medical Secretary, Upstate University Medicine @ Township 5 Job at SUNY Upstate

Overview

Job Summary: Perform administrative and secretarial duties related to patient registration, check in/out, and referrals processing utilizing clinic policies and procedures. Position reports to the Upstate University Medicine Medical Office Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Obtain insurance eligibility verifications through carrier websites
• Obtain authorizations and referrals from insurance companies
• Schedule and/or reschedule appointments through electronic medical record
• Provide forms as required by specialty for the patient and assists with completion
• Greet patients with care at check-in through kiosk or reception areas
• Compile medical charts, reports and correspondence, and review/scrub appointment records prior to patients scheduled appointments
• Collect payments from patients
• Use professional and effective phone skills, providing answers in a timely manner
• Scanning duties, as assigned
• Willingly provide support to other staff as needed to prevent backlog and maintain even workload
• Assist patients with questions or concerns related to their current or future appointments, forms, etc.
• Follow patient satisfaction and compliant policies and procedures
• Assist with reception area and workspace maintenance and cleaning
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High school or equivalent and two years of directly related medical secretary/office experience. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic medical records preferred
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with referral authorization and scheduling preferred

Work Days

M-F 8am - 4:30pm with potential for evenings and weekends in the future.

Part-time or Full-time position available. 24-40hrs per week based on candidates' preference.

Benefits and Salary

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

G3: $16.00 - $25.88

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

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