What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Office Assistant, Sr - Orthopedics/WC position at Florida Medical Clinic?
Position Summary
Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute
West Region
Job Title: Front Office Assistant, Sr.
Full Time: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Department: Orthopedics
Location: 2352 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL
Job Summary:The Senior Front Office Assistant performs routine computerized scheduling and administrative functions in an ambulatory/physician office operating under the direction of the Department Manager, Medical Office Manager, Academic Program Manager, Academic Practice Nurse Manager and/or the Practice Site Supervisor.
Why is Orlando Health your best place to work?
✅ Education & Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs.✅ Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs.✅ Financial & Retirement – Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions.✅ Work-Life Balance – Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options.✅ Family & Pet Support – Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and department specific policy, procedures, value statements and Commitment to Excellence standards.
- Able to handle multiple simultaneous tasks, answer telephone, take messages, file lab reports, medical records and other information according to practice policies and procedures.
- Performs word processing and spreadsheet data.
- Performs charge entry and cash handling.
- Acts as a liaison between the physician, patient and insurance companies to include obtaining referrals and/or authorizations.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
- Participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Indicator activities as assigned.
- Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Practices the efficient use of supplies.
- Maintains a clean, safe and organized office.
- Act as a Liaison to assist office billing service as requested.
Qualifications
Education/Training
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Typing speed of approximately 30 wpm or ability to successfully demonstrate competent use of practice management computer system.
- Knowledge of ICD & CPT.
Experience
- Two (2) years’ experience in a medical office environment.