Office Coordinator, MWMG Core Operations-Full Time (Temporary)

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA, is seeking an Office Coordinator for MWMG Core Operations. This temporary full-time role supports front-end revenue cycle, patient intake, scheduling, and busy front desk operations while focusing on patient satisfaction.

You will register patients in PMIS, verify insurance, collect payments, and coordinate communications with physicians and the CBO. A high school diploma and at least one year of medical office experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year medical office experience preferred.
• Multi-specialty office experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and manage front-desk interactions in a courteous, professional manner.
• Register patients and verify demographic and insurance information for claims.
• Schedule appointments and manage the PMIS scheduling system.
• Collect co-pays, perform payments posting and balance reconciliation.
• Triages calls, answers inquiries and routes messages promptly.
• Maintain secure patient files and accurate records.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Medical office

Multi-specialty

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PMIS

EHR

Job description

Office Coordinator, MWMG Core Operations-Full Time (Temporary)

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

This position is accountable to perform a variety of office coordination, customer service and revenue cycle functions that will ensure the efficient day-to-day operations. The position plays a key role in the practice's front-end revenue cycle processes and is in a position to significantly impact the patient experience. The position requires an unwavering focus on patient satisfaction as well as the ability to multi-task.

Job Description:

• Interfaces with patients, family members, physicians, visitors, and other guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• Registers patients in the Practice Management Information System (PMIS), obtaining and/or verifying all relevant demographic and insurance information to ensure the timely and accurate processing of claims. Reviews electronic eligibility verification responses to ensure insurance coverage is in effect for all insured patients.
• Presents patients with appropriate paperwork based upon appointment type and registration status.
• Monitors the reception area and keeps patients, family members, visitors and Associates, at all times, informed of schedule adjustments.
• Maintains a neat and orderly waiting area.
• Courteously answers all incoming phone calls. When appropriate, takes messages and delivers/communicates in a timely manner. Triages calls to ensure timely and appropriate response. Checks voicemail messages consistently throughout the day.
• Processes patients quickly and accurately through computer-based scheduling system for appointments, surgeries, procedures and/or testing as appropriate for patient care.
• Ensures security and accuracy of patient files, payments and databases.
• Communicates with physicians' offices and staff in a timely and professional manner. Initiates, monitors and responds to tasks through the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Patient Portal.
• Reviews patient accounts for outstanding balances. Collects co-payments, deductibles and outstanding patient balances at the time of service. Posts payments in PMIS. Reconciles records and receipts with payments collected at the end of each shift.
• Responds to request for information from centralized billing office (CBO) to ensure timely and accurate submission of claims.
• Schedules follow-up appointments, diagnostic testing and other services for patients as required.
• Ensures all services are authorized and necessary referrals are active as required.
• Supports organization's participation in government incentive programs such as EHR Meaningful Use, Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) and other programs by collecting and recording required data and providing appropriate communication to patients.
• May assist with the entry and processing of physician billing, including entry and/or reconciliation of inpatient, outpatient, and surgical charges.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year medical office experience preferred.
• Multi-specialty office experience preferred.
• Experience in a customer service setting preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs preferred.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required

Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) sitting and use of arms and hands; occasional (0-33% of workday) standing, walking, bending, squatting; ability to lift, push, and pull up to 10 lbs.; auditory and visual skills.

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to chemicals.

"It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."

Compensation Pay Range:

$18.97 - $24.66