Physician Office Specialist

Heritage Valley Health System; Moon (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Valley Health System's Moon Township location is seeking an office-based coordinator to support patient information flow in a busy physician practice. Responsibilities include coordinating referrals and discharges, verifying insurance, obtaining pre-certifications, and scheduling tests, procedures and follow-ups.

Strong communication and computer skills with EHR experience are required. Successful candidates will work closely with medical staff to ensure accurate patient data and smooth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year healthcare office experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology, computer applications, and EHR
• Clearances completed within 90 days of commencing employment
• Strong communication with staff and patients

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient information including referral process, discharge process, insurance verification, pre-certifications and authorizations
• Schedule appointments for tests, procedures and follow ups
• Perform other physician office-based clerical/administrative duties as needed

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer applications

Electronic health records

Communication skills

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree

ICD-9 and CPT coding knowledge

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Office Location: HVMG Elizabeth Ruberg Family Practice 1136 Thorn Run Extension Moon Township, PA 15108

Work Hours: Monday - Friday daylight, no weekends, no major holidays

Coordination of patient information to include, but not limited to, referral process, discharge process, insurance verification, pre-certifications and authorizations, scheduling of appointments for tests, procedures, and follow up. Performs other physician office based clerical/administrative duties as needed.

Required

High school diploma or GED and 1 year of experience working in an office or healthcare environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of medical terminology, computer applications, and electronic health records, as well as proficiency with standard office equipment. Ability to communicate clearly and in a professional manner with staff and patients. Successful completion of applicable clearances as outlined in Human Resources policy HR-106 within 90 days of commencing employment.

Preferred

Associates degree. Advanced computer skills. Knowledge of ICD-9 and 10 CPT coding