Office Coordinator
Company: Rocky Mountain Eye Center
Location: Salida
Posted on: May 16, 2023
Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Office Coordinator
LOCATION: Salida
DEPARTMENT: Clinical
REPORT TO: Patient Services Administrator
FLSA STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly
MISSION:
To enhance the quality of our patients' lives by compassionately
providing the highest level of care
VISION:
To be recognized as the eye care center of excellence in the
communities we serve
SUMMARY
The Office Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day functions
of home office location and serves as liaison between all other
office locations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Registers patients by gathering, verifying, and entering in
demographic and insurance information
- Obtains signed registration sheets, permissions to file claims,
and releases
- Reviews schedules for referrals needed, obtains those that the
office takes responsibility for and works with patients to obtain
others
- Collects co-payments and personal payments
- Posts patient charges routinely and posts surgical charges as
needed
- Makes patient appointments and enters patient recall
information
- Prepares day sheet and balances cash drawer each day
- Handles inquiries about insurances accepted, office hours,
services, locations, exam fees, and doctor information
- Facilitates verification of upcoming appointments
- Handles telephone responsibilities as needed
- Maintains personal reference book on insurance companies and
coverages
- Facilitates proper handling of medical records
- Orders supplies as needed for the office
- Leads by example and is the standard of leadership for the
office
Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at
any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally,
either verbally or in writing.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Contributes to the effective and efficient performance of the
department for the practice
- Functions as a productive and positive member of the
practice
- Conforms to all RMEC policies and procedures outlined in the
Employee Handbook including punctuality, attendance, and dress
codes
- Achieves cooperation and teamwork through effective
communications and positive relations with staff
- Adheres to the company code of conduct
WORK QUALITIES
Position requires excellent communication skills and an
understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care. Must
demonstrate attention to detail and documentation. Must be even
tempered, ethical, and good humored. Must interface with all RMEC
departments, physicians, and personnel.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or GED
- Two years' experience of medical support services in a
healthcare organization
- Basic knowledge of coding and insurance billing procedures
- Prior supervisory experience a plus
- Must have a valid driver's license, current auto insurance and
a reliable vehicle
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check, MVR check,
drug screen and OIG
- Must be able to travel to other office locations as needed
PHYSICAL/MENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to carry and lift items weighing up to 25
pounds
- Must be able to speak clearly in small group settings
- This position will require sitting for long periods of time,
walking, standing, bending, and walking, as well as using fine
motor skills, such as finger dexterity for typing, and using small
hand tools
- This position could be exposed to loud noises, frequent phone
conversations, and requires average to above average visual acuity
and hearing
- Most of this job will be spent indoors in a climate-controlled
environment
- Must be available to travel to other office locations as
needed
FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE STAFF:
- Affordable Medical & Dental Plans
- No Cost Annual Eye Exams
- Discounts on Frames, Lenses, and Contacts
- Friends and Family Optical Coupons
- Company Paid Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Safe Harbor Employer Contribution
- Generous Time Off Policy
SALARY RANGE: $18.00 hourly
Rocky Mountain Eye Center, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity
Employer
Keywords: Rocky Mountain Eye Center, Aspen , Office Coordinator, Administration, Clerical , Salida, Colorado
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