Front Desk Coordinator (31964)
The Specialty Alliance · Dallas, TX · 1 wk ago
AdministrativeFull-time
GI Alliance is seeking an experienced Front Desk Coordinator to perform various clerical duties supporting the office manager and providers.
Responsibilities
- Answer and screen high-volume telephone calls courteously, recording messages for providers and staff.
- Schedule patient appointments and procedures according to established policies.
- Check-in patients upon arrival and check-out upon departure.
- Obtain accurate patient information and ensure all registration forms are complete.
- Collect patient and insurance payments, reconcile charges daily, and verify account balances and refunds for accuracy.
- Provide information to patients regarding unpaid balances.
- File records in appropriate sections of patient charts in the EMR.
- Prepare patient charts in advance and scan documents into charts in the EMR.
- Transcribe letters and create forms as needed.
- Maintain files and records confidentially.
- Maintain organization and efficiency of the front office, including office supply inventory.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum of two years of experience in a medical office, front office, or scheduling (preferred).
- For Level I status: 1–4 years of experience with need for additional supervision, or over 4 years if meeting only basic requirements with supervision.
Skills & Knowledge
- Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of computer programs and applications, including Microsoft® Excel, email, and internet.
- Basic arithmetic skills for calculations, balancing, and reconciling figures.
- Skill in operating office equipment and handling paperwork/filing.
- Skill in managing incoming phone calls and triaging appropriately.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Ability to learn and use additional computer programs, such as 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.