What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Practice Management Clerk position at River Hospital?
We are looking for a friendly, professional and organized Physician Practice Management Clerk (PPMC) to join our team! As a PPMC, you will be responsible for managing patient access services, including verifying insurance eligibility, scheduling appointments, and checking in patients. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all billing information is accurate, and providing excellent customer service. Your excellent organizational and communication skills will be key to succeeding in this role. If you are passionate about helping others and have a commitment to quality patient care, this is the job for you!
Job Purpose
Responsibilities of this job include outpatient scheduling and registration for all outpatient and ancillary departments. Responsible for switchboard operations, petty cash, mail distribution. Responsible for the organization and management of the Admissions office, its records, files and necessary systems. Responsible for obtaining and verifying all authorizations for scheduled outpatient procedures and inpatient admissions.
Minimum Qualifications
Job Purpose
Responsibilities of this job include outpatient scheduling and registration for all outpatient and ancillary departments. Responsible for switchboard operations, petty cash, mail distribution. Responsible for the organization and management of the Admissions office, its records, files and necessary systems. Responsible for obtaining and verifying all authorizations for scheduled outpatient procedures and inpatient admissions.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three years prior experience in a Hospital/Physician Office as a Clerk, Scheduler, MA or NA
- Experience in a related outpatient position is preferred
- Knowledge of insurance, Medicare and Medicaid practices
- PC and keyboard skills required
- Accurate clerical skills
- Good organizational skills
- Excellent communication/interpersonal skills necessary
- Ability to work with diverse groups including; physicians, nurses, therapists, patients, and families.