Sr. Front Office Assistant - Jewett Orthopedic Institute, Melbourne

Orlando Health; Sebastian (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute is seeking a Senior Front Office Assistant to perform routine computerized scheduling and administrative functions in a physician office under the guidance of the Practice Site Supervisor and department managers. The role requires a high school graduate with 2 years in a medical office, fast typing (≈30 wpm) and knowledge of ICD/CPT coding.

You will support physicians, coordinate referrals, and maintain accurate records in a busy ambulatory setting in

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Two (2) years' experience in a medical office environment.
• Typing speed of approximately 30 wpm or ability to successfully demonstrate competent use of practice management computer system.
• Knowledge of ICD & CPT.

Responsibilities

• Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and department specific policy, procedures, value statements and Commitment to Excellence standards.
• Able to handle multiple simultaneous tasks, answer telephone, take messages, file lab reports, medical records and other information according to practice policies and procedures.
• Performs word processing and spreadsheet data.
• Performs charge entry and cash handling.
• Acts as a liaison between the physician, patient and insurance companies to include obtaining referrals and/or authorizations.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Skills

Typing speed 30 wpm

ICD & CPT knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

One of the region's largest orthopedic and sports medicine providers, Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute's world-class team of orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians specialize in conditions and injuries of the spine, hand, upper extremities, foot, ankle and lower extremities, as well as joint replacement, concussions, interventional pain management, bone health and orthopedic trauma.

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Senior Front Office Assistant

The Senior Front Office Assistant performs routine computerized scheduling and administrative functions in an ambulatory/physician office operating under the direction of the Department Manager, Medical Office Manager, Academic Program Manager, Academic Practice Nurse Manager and/or the Practice Site Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Two (2) years' experience in a medical office environment.
• Typing speed of approximately 30 wpm or ability to successfully demonstrate competent use of practice management computer system.
• Knowledge of ICD & CPT.

Key Responsibilities

• Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and department specific policy, procedures, value statements and Commitment to Excellence standards.
• Able to handle multiple simultaneous tasks, answer telephone, take messages, file lab reports, medical records and other information according to practice policies and procedures.
• Performs word processing and spreadsheet data.
• Performs charge entry and cash handling.
• Acts as a liaison between the physician, patient and insurance companies to include obtaining referrals and/or authorizations.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.