Front Office Associate

RAYUS Radiology; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in radiology is seeking a Front Office Associate to enhance patient experiences. In this dynamic role, you will be the welcoming face for patients, managing registrations, scheduling appointments, and ensuring smooth communication between patients and medical staff. This position offers the chance to contribute to a critical aspect of healthcare, showcasing your customer service skills while working in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team committed to excellence and make a meaningful impact in the community!

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of customer service experience required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office essential.

Responsibilities

• Register patients and manage demographic information efficiently.
• Verify insurance and handle authorization processes.
• Schedule appointments and arrange necessary patient services.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Typing Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer Systems

Job description

Description

RAYUS now offers DailyPay! Work today, get paid today!

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Front Office Associate to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together! As a Front Office Associate, you will be responsible for providing services to patients and referring professionals by answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting and registering patients in a cheerful, professional, and sincere manner, and performing other duties as assigned.

This is a Temp/ PRN position working mid-shift and/or evening-shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. (55%) Registration
   • Greets and checks-in patients scheduled for imaging services; registers demographic information and processes payment plans and copays
   • Answers phones and handles calls in an efficient and friendly manner
   • Fields calls appropriately for center associates
   • Acts as liaison between technologists and the patients waiting for exams and relays messages regarding scanner status and other clinic information
   • Maintains front office lobby area by straightening magazines, organizing coffee supplies and assisting with general office clean up
   • Orders office supplies as needed
   • Maintains supply of patient information sheets
   • Pushing imaging via electronic interfaces
   • Completes confirmation calls and provides preparation instructions to patients
   • Faxes reports, billing information, and medical release forms as requested
2. (20%) Insurance
   • Verifies patient's insurance
   • Pre-certifies all exams with patient's insurance company
   • Obtains insurance authorization
   • Uses knowledge of insurance carriers (example Medicare) and procedures that require waivers to obtain authorization if needed prior to appointment
   • Handles release of information requests for patients, referring offices, other medical facilities, attorneys & insurance companies following Company guidelines
3. (20%) Scheduling
   • Arranges transportation, interpreters, and hotel accommodations for patients when appropriate
   • Enters and submits patient exam orders
   • Verifies orders match exam schedules
   • Schedules referrals and ensures proper authorizations are obtained
   • Schedules walk-in patients
   • Processes requests for image orders and CDs from referring physicians and patients
   • Maintains an up-to-date and accurate database on all current and potential referring physicians
4. (5%) Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• 1-2 years customer service experience
• Proficient with using computer systems and typing

Preferred:

• Previous medical office experience
• Medical terminology and office background
• Insurance knowledge
• Bilingual

RAYUS is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S., driven by our passion for and superior service to referring providers and patients. RAYUS Radiology is built on our brilliant medicine, brilliant team, brilliant technology and services - all to provide the highest level of patient care possible.
We bring brilliance to health and wellness. Join our team and shine the light on Radiology Services!
RAYUS Radiology is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.