Business Office Clerk - Temporary

Parkwestmed; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardner Health Services is seeking a temporary, full-time Business Office Clerk in San Jose, CA to support the Optometry department. The BOC handles patient registration, scheduling, insurance eligibility, and account processing, using the Practice Management System. Bilingual English/Spanish is required.

This position offers exposure to a large community health network within Gardner Health Services and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Demonstrated computer skills.
• Able to work as a team with a diverse population.
• Courteous and respectful to clinicians, coworkers, patients and clients.

Responsibilities

• Register patients and schedule appointments.
• Answer phones and respond to inquiries.
• Verify insurance eligibility and assist with billing.
• Enter registration data into Practice Management System.
• Collaborate with clinicians and staff to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Computer skills

Team player

Courteous conduct

Education

Highschool graduate or equivalent

Job description

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Business Office Clerk - Temporary

Temp Full-Time San Jose, CA, US 1 Attachments

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1542

Salary Range: $22.10 To $22.10 Hourly

Gardner Health Services currently has a Business Office Clerk (BOC) vacancy at the Saint James Health Center located in San Jose, CA. This is a temporary, full-time (40 hour/week) position in the Optometry department. Under the direction of the Senior BOC and general oversight of the Clinical Coordinator and/or, if applicable, the Optometry/Dental Director, the BOC performs various clerical tasks related to patient registration, scheduling, telephone answering, medical insurance eligibility and account processing. The position requires entering/encoding registration information into the Practice Management System of the Network and eliciting sensitive information or financial information from patients to determine eligibility for some health coverage programs. As a team member in Patient Medical Home, the BOC collaborates with clinic management, nursing, and clinician staff to maintain high standards of patient care.

This is a very good position to get your foot in the door with large community health services company. Many current Gardner Health Services employees stated with the organization as Business Office Clerks and have went on to promote to Medicals Assistants, Nurses, and other medical professionals. Bilingual in English and Spanish is required. Candidates determined to possess the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities of a Business Office Clerk position shall be considered for immediate hire of placed on a list that will be used to fill future positions as vacancies occur. Candidates will be screened on a first come first serve basis.

The minimum qualifications of these positions are listed below. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Highschoolgraduateorequivalency, or equivalent experience.
• BilingualinEnglish/Spanish.
• Demonstrated computer skills.
• Ability to work as a team player with a diverse population.
• Must demonstrate courtesy and respect to all clinicians, co-workers, patients and clients interacting at all times in a courteous, helpful, and positive manner.

*If selected, other documents and certifications may be required as part of the hiring and credentialing process*

Compensation and level of position placement will be determined based on relevant experience and education.

Business Office Clerk - $22.10/hourly

Working at Gardner Health Services

Employees at Gardner Health Services define the meaning of community service. Gardner employees are passionate about helping people in the community of which they are a part. Staff members are deeply valued both by the community in which they serve, their fellow colleagues, and company administration. A strong sense of teamwork, empathy, and dedication exists amongst Gardner staff that truly embodies what health care professionals should be. Gardner Health Services takes tremendous pride in seeing the growth and professional advancement of its employees. Employees enjoy a healthy work/life balance and a commitment to diversity and inclusiveness. Additionally, job security is excellent and has led to longtime retention of Gardner personnel. Whether you are new to the healthcare industry and looking to get exposure to a possible career in healthcare or a seasoned veteran who wants to make an impact in the community, Gardner Health Care has a position for you.

Gardner Health Services offers market competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package for eligible employees, including minimal out-of-pocket expenses for health, dental and vision insurance for an entire family. Also included is 401(K) profit sharing contributions, life insurance, an employee assistance program, annual education reimbursement, and a generous paid time off and holiday leave bank.

Who We Are

Gardner Health Services is a dynamic and progressive company dedicated to providing the best healthcare services with a community-oriented approach. Gardner’s mission is to provide high quality, comprehensive medical and mental healthcare, including prevention and education, early intervention, treatment and advocacy services which are affordable, respectful, culturally, linguistically and age appropriate.

Compromised of 10 various clinics with locations in the Bay Area of California stretching from Gilroy to Atherton and focused in the San Jose area, Gardner’s services are strategically located to ensure adequate coverage in the region and areas with the highest needs. Gardner provides a full range of medical services including pediatrics, dental and vision care as well as a robust program dedicated to mental and behavioral health. Gardner Health Services and its staff are deeply engrained in the community in which they serve and continually strive to go above and beyond to take care of the community and its members.

Gardner Health Services is an equal opportunity employer.