Office Assistant

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Amarillo is seeking an Office Assistant to perform routine clerical duties in a part-time capacity. The role includes data entry, basic bookkeeping, and word processing under close supervision.

The position operates 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday mornings, with pay basis hourly. Ideal candidates have high school completion and experience with insurance verification and MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in written and mathematical processes evidenced by high school or equivalent.
• Experience with insurance payor portals and eligibility verification.
• Medical billing office experience and familiarity with registrations.

Responsibilities

• Patient data entry from hospitals and clinics.
• Insurance eligibility verification from hospitals, clinics and websites.
• Speak to patients to verify insurance coverage.
• Work with clinic staff and hospital staff to obtain registration information.
• Work closely with billing and coding staff on patient information and registrations.
• Work closely with collection staff to resolve eligibility issues.

Skills

Patient data entry

Insurance eligibility verification

Communication with patients

Collaboration with clinic staff

Billing coding coordination

Collection coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Extended Job Title

Office Assistant

Position Description

Performs routine and moderately difficult clerical duties of aspecialized nature, which may be performed in a variety ofUniversity settings. Responsibilities may include basicbookkeeping, data coding, filing, sorting, posting, verifying,recording, typing, and word processing. Work is performed underclose supervision within established policies and procedures withjob performance based upon tasks completed.

Pay Grade Maximum

16.50

Major/Essential Functions

This position is part-time at 20 hours per week.

• Patient data entry obtained from hospitals and clinics
• Insurance eligibility and verification obtained from hospitals,clinics and websites
• Speak to patients to verify insurance coverage
• Work with clinic staff and hospital staff to obtainregistration information
• Work closely with billing and coding staff on patientinformation and registrations
• Work closely with collection staff to resolve eligibilityissues

Pay Grade Minimum

15

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Monday through Friday AM

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with insurance payor portals
• Experience with eligibility verification for medicalpatients
• Medical billing office experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook

Department

MPIP Business Offc Admin

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Required Qualifications

Proficiency in written and mathematical processes as may be reflected by the completion of high school or the equivalent.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

AZ, RP, YN

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

36B, 42A, 56M

Air Force Specialty Code

3A1X1, 8A200

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

0111, 6046

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being.Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.