Office Coordinator - Physician Practice

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Coordinates administrative duties associated with daily physician practice operations and acts as a resource to the front line scheduling colleagues. Provides education and support to clerical staff. Functions as the primary practice resource for insurance information, clerical standard work, EMR scheduling, referrals, and other appointment functions.

Job Duties

• Oversees patient access workflows including the internal and external referrals for new and established patients based on the patient's medical plan, insurance requirements, patient preference, and practice schedule.
• Coordinates daily staffing to meet procedure/customer needs and develops reports, and monitors staff productivity/efficiency and quality metrics.
• Ensures and educates staff on how accurate registration, scheduling, billing, clerical scanning, insurance, and referral functions are performed in a timely manner and according to standardized work processes.
• Functions as a team member to support practice and network goals and objectives.
• Troubleshoots, problem solves, and takes corrective measures in care and handling of equipment. Supports members of care delivery team and quality initiatives.
• Assists with supporting service recovery efforts and patient communication.

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3 years Physician's office practice
• Ability to work with interruptions and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to provide coaching and feedback.
• Exceptional organizational skills and communication skills.
• Knowledge and working use of medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Proven proficiency of technology and EMR workflows at the conclusion of orientation.

• Associate's Degree Business administration
• Supervisory experience.

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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