Front Desk Coordinator

Fresenius Medical Care; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Performance-based bonuses

Quarterly bonus opportunities

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a Patient Services Coordinator to manage scheduling, admissions and records at our Los Angeles area center. You will greet patients, verify demographics and insurance, and handle front-end billing entries.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a medical setting, strong computer skills, and excellent communication. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; the role includes benefit-rich compensation and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ related experience preferably in a medical setting with insurance billing.
• Proficient in computers and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and adapt to supporting software applications.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and input all appointments in scheduling module; ensure pre-procedure activities are scheduled.
• Greet patients and visitors; obtain identification and insurance information to start admissions.
• Assemble and maintain patient medical and financial records securely.
• Complete front-end billing registration process; enter data into registration module.

Skills

Excellent communication

MS Office

Multitasking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Purpose and Scope

As the Patient Services Coordinator this position coordinates scheduling pre-procedure communication medical record documents EMR demographic data entry requirements for payers and Revenue Cycle greets patients and answers multi-line telephone and fax.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedule and input all appointments scheduling module in a timely and efficient manner. Assure all pre-procedure/preoperative activities are scheduled or completed. Manages patient cancellations center cancellations (e.g. equipment issues) and additions to schedule in accordance to center scheduling parameters.


• Facilitates the admission process by professionally greeting all patients and visitors and obtain patient identification and insurance information to initiate admissions process.


• Assemble file and maintain patient medical records and financial records in a confidential and secure manner


• Complete front-end process of billing procedure ensuring all information is entered into the computer registration module.


• Performs Insurance Verification process and completes all required processes for prior authorizations or other actions required by payor.


• Assist with patient transportation if the patient qualifies per the Company Transportation Policy.


• Ensure appropriate signatures are included on all necessary chart and admissions data in accordance with FMCNA policies and procedures.


• Ensure accuracy when scanning and filing documents and completes within 24 hours of completed visit including physician reports to referral sources.


• Communicate all changes about procedure and insurance which is identified during patient visit to appropriate internal parties and directly to the patient record immediately.


• Perform daily encounter checks to assure reporting accuracy. – what is this?


• Coordinates collection processing maintenance storage retrieval documentation and distribution of medical records per policy and procedure.


• Assures documentation of logs of medical record release.


• Provides information to parties engaged in research or study projects involving patient care and utilization of services in accordance with policy.


• Oversees the materials going in and out of the office including inventory shipments and deliveries.


• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


• The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.


• Day to day work includes desk and computer work and interaction with patients facility staff and physicians.

Supervision

• None

Education

• High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience Associate Degree or higher preferred

Experience and Required Skills

• 1 – 2 years’ related experience preferably in a medical setting with insurance billing.


• Proficient in the use of computers and related software such as Microsoft Office is necessary.


• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.


• Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously.


• Ability to adapt to supporting software applications.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Hourly Rate: $25 - $29

Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug‑free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

This FT Front Desk Coordiantor role is for our Los Angeles, CA surgery center.

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

The center is open Monday through Saturday. You ust be able to work one Saturday per month on a rotating schedule.

Shift will start between 6:30am -8:30am and will be 8 hours. You must be flexible on start time.

Any MA experience is a plus

Bilingual in English / Spanish is strongly preferred.

Will be doing procedure scheduling, patient check ins and check outs, insurance verification, patient transport scheduleing.

Must have HS Diploma or GED

Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, prescription, vision paid maternity & paternity leave, 401K w/ match, PTO, tuition assistance, life insurance, Long Term and Short Term disability, Flexible Spending for Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter Expenses