Our client, an optometry school in Roslindale, MA, is seeking a temporary Patient Care Coordinator for a 6 month contract. This role comprises a 40 hour/week schedule and entails rotating hours and some Saturdays. The ideal candidate must be flexible to work with this schedule, and the role compensates $23/hr. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming telephone calls, greet and check in/check out patients in a professional, courteous, and timely manner
• Acquire full knowledge of patient practice management software
• Schedule patients for appointments, follow up with no shows, and communicate any billing issues prior to appointments
• Accurately obtain and enter all demographics information
• Collect insurance co-pays or self-pay balances. Communicate with the billing department regarding issues and clarifications involving billing
• Review billing benefits tab to ensure that appropriate procedures and diagnosis codes have been designated by provider
• Maintain and ensure HIPAA compliance with patient medical records and personal health information
• Prepare paperwork for the next clinic day next day, confirm appointments, reconcile cash box on a daily basis. Promote culturally competent care and proactively make provisions for linguistically competent care
• Respond to staff doctor needs before, during, and after patient exam
• Understanding the specifics related to various appointment types, proactively seek patient referrals and prior authorizations when needed
• Notify Specialty Care Coordinator about all contact lens orders and dispense contact lenses to patients

Qualifications

• At least one full year demonstrated experience in a customer service setting, preferably six months receptionist experience in a health care setting required
• Spanish or Creole proficiency preferred
• Experience in eye care practice administration highly preferred
• Knowledge of reception tasks, office policies/procedures, paperwork needed
• Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques needed
• High school diploma required

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