Clinic Coordinator - Bariatric Surgery

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Clinic Coordinator for Bariatric Surgery to support clinic activities, patient reception, scheduling, and HIM responsibilities. You will work a full-time shift from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with an FTE between 0.9 and 1.0, in a fast-paced surgical specialty setting.

Responsibilities include using EPIC for appointments, referrals, and releases of information, answering phones, and coordinating communication with the clinical staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Basic computer knowledge is required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are expected.
• Sensitivity to patient information and confidentiality is required.
• Ability to use EPIC scheduling efficiently.
• Ability to sit for several hours and stay calm under pressure.
• Must be flexible and adapt to change.
• Employees must pass the EPIC scheduling test within 45 days of training.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of office tasks including mail, faxes, filing, supplies, and clinic correspondence.
• Use EPIC to retrieve referrals, orders and documentation; assist with Release of Information requests.
• Maintain and retrieve medical records per HIM and office policy.
• Answer patient calls promptly and professionally; take clear messages for clinical staff.
• Schedule, cancel, and reschedule patient appointments as needed; provide reminders.
• Forward patients to pre-registration for insurance verification as appropriate.
• Prepare and send patient letters and EPIC-generated communications.
• Collaborate with the medical practice team to solve problems and support patient care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Job Description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Gen Surgery Bariatri

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $18.87 - $29.73 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:

Performs clinic activities including answering telephones, patient and visitor reception, administrative office duties, and Health Information Management responsibilities. The employee who holds this position exemplifies the Rush Mission, Vision and Values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including compliance with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service and Performance Standards.

Other information:

Required Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to patient health information and protection of confidentiality.
• Ability to utilize EPIC efficiently.
• Ability to sit for several hours each day and remain professional and calm under stressful situations.
• Ability to adapt to change and be flexible.
• Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the EPIC scheduling test with 3 attempts, within 45 days of completion of training.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations as needed. Schedule locations and shift times will vary given business needs.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Medical office experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Performs a variety of office functions including the retrieval and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, filing, stocking of supplies, and preparation and dissemination of clinic correspondence and completion of Epic Administrative In-Box as directed.
2. Accesses EPIC to retrieve referrals, orders and other documentation. Assists patients with Release of Information requests.
3. Maintains and retrieves medical records per HIM and office protocol.
4. Addresses patient calls efficiently and courteously. Takes accurate, clear and concise messages that provide sufficient information for the clinical staff and/or receiving party to effectively handle the issue/request.
5. Schedules, cancels and/or reschedules patient appointments, as assigned. Places reminder calls or sends information to patients in advance of their appointment per office policy.
6. Appropriately transfers patients to pre-registration for insurance verification.
7. Prepares and disseminates patient letters and other correspondence from EPIC.
8. Problem solves issues by seeking out the appropriate resources.
9. Works collaboratively as part of the medical practice team.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Position Clinic Coordinator - Bariatric Surgery

Location US:IL:Chicago

Req ID 29696