Medical Office Assistant - Surgery, College of Medicine

Hiring Department: Surgery

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1024958

Posting Close Date: May 22, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

The Medical Office Assistant is responsible for receptionist duties for all staff, patients and visitors in the Department of Surgery. The Medical Office Assistant will provide support services in patient insurance, billing and account maintenance under direct supervision of the Director of Physician Billing & Compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs data entry entering patient information into the computerized patient care systems particularly records and automated billing assuring accuracy of data entered for insurance/demographic information only.

• Assists surgery financial clearance team in monitoring the completion of patient billing & charge ticket for surgical services performed.
• Establishes, maintains, and updates patient financial files and activity summaries.
• Monitors and updates comprehensive patient records.
• Works independently in monitoring work queues and/or outlook calendars.
• Operates office equipment such as voice mail messaging systems, and uses word processing, spreadsheet, and other software applications to prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories and medical records.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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