Front Desk Coordinator (31152)
The Specialty Alliance · Glenview, IL · 3 wk ago
AdministrativeFull-time
Duties
- Answer and screen high volume telephone calls in a courteous manner, and record messages for providers and other personnel.
- Schedule patient appointments and procedures according to established policies and procedures.
- Check-in patients upon arrival at the office as well as check-out upon departure.
- Obtain accurate information from patients and ensure all registration forms are complete.
- Collect patient and insurance payments and reconcile charges on a daily basis.
- Verify account balances and refunds for accuracy.
- Maintain files and records in a confidential manner.
- Maintain organization and efficiency of front office, including office supply inventory.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Perform other related duties as directed or assigned.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED.
- Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in a medical office, front office or scheduling experience preferred.
- Requirements: Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of computer programs and applications.
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic to make calculations, balance and reconcile figures, and make changes accurately.
- Skill in operating office equipment.
- Skill in handling paperwork/filing adequately.
- Skill in handling incoming phone calls and triaging appropriately.
- Skill in written and verbal communication.
- Ability to learn/use other computer programs including Microsoft® Excel, e-mail, Internet, and Microsoft® PowerPoint.
- Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems.
- Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively.