Front Desk Coordinator

Pediatrica Health Group; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Pediatrica Health Group in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL is seeking a Medical Office Front Desk Clerk to perform clerical duties for the office manager or providers, including answering phones, taking messages, scheduling appointments, copying, and creating/scanning charts. Responsible for data entry and patient account follow up, as well as monthly reports.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years experience in a medical office, front office, or scheduling.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computer programs and applications.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to balance and reconcile figures.
• Skill in handling paperwork/filing adequately.
• Skill in handling incoming phone calls and triaging appropriately.
• Skill in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to learn/use programs including Excel, e-mail, Internet, PowerPoint.
• Ability to sort and file materials by alphabetic/numeric systems.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Answer and screen high volume calls courteously and record messages.
• Schedule patient appointments and procedures per policy.
• Check-in and check-out patients on arrival and departure.
• Obtain accurate information from patients and complete registration forms.
• Collect payments and reconcile charges daily.
• Verify account balances and refunds for accuracy.
• File records in patient charts in EMR.
• Prepare and scan charts in EMR; transcribe letters and create forms.
• Maintain confidential files and organize front office tasks.
• Perform other related duties as directed.

Skills

Phone triage

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Every day is a good day to prepare for a healthy tomorrow. Providing children and their families with equitable access to quality pediatric care to build a foundation for a lifetime of optimal health and wellness is what drives our team to deliver its best every day. It’s our purpose.

Offering focused care from tots to teens, our pediatric primary care providers and teams partner with families to foster good health and strong, thriving communities. Second-to-none medical staff and top-tier administrative professionals keep our practices running smoothly and make each patient experience the best we can offer.

Working in partnership with patients, families, and communities who put their trust in us for their care, we hold ourselves accountable to ensure equitable access to care, advocate to create impactful change, and continually learn and progress to create better outcomes and brighter futures. Together, we’re paving the way for kids to develop into healthy young adults. Rooted in these values, we continue to grow and serve. Are you ready to join us?

Position Summary

Performs various clerical duties for office manager, or providers including: answering telephones, taking messages, scheduling appointments, copying, and creating/scanning charts. Responsible for data entry and patient account follow up, as well as monthly reports.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Answer and screens high volume telephone calls in a courteous manner, and record messages for providers and other personnel.
• Schedule patient appointments and procedures according to established policies.
• Check-in patients upon arrival at the office as well as check-out upon departure.
• Obtain accurate information from patients and ensure all registration forms are complete.
• Collect patient and insurance payments and reconcile charges on a daily basis.
• Verify account balances and refunds for accuracy. Provide information to patients regarding unpaid balances.
• File records in appropriate sections of patient charts in EMR.
• Prepare patient charts in advance and scan documents into charts in EMR.
• Transcribe letters and create forms as needed.
• Maintain files and records in a confidential manner.
• Maintain organization and efficiency of front office, including office supply inventory.
• Perform other related duties as directed or assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical office, front office or scheduling experience.
• Requirements for Level I Status:
• Entry level (1-4 years’ experience) and/or meet the basic requirements of the job with the need for additional supervision
• Excess of 4 years’ experience if meeting only the basic requirements of the job with need for additional supervision
• Performance Requirements:
• Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computer programs and applications.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to make calculations, balance and reconcile figures, and make changes accurately.
• Skill in handling paperwork/filing adequately.
• Skill in handling incoming phone calls and triaging appropriately.
• Skill in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to learn/use other computer programs including Microsoft Excel, e-mail, Internet, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems.
• Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively.