Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Medical Office Assistant | FT | Days | Le Bonheur Pediatrics | Kirby
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We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent-rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the healthcare needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
A Brief Overview
An important part of the patient care team, an MOA consistently exhibits the core principles of patient- and family-centered care. The Medical Office Assistant works closely with patients and families, management, staff, and clinicians and is responsible for the success of all front desk functions in the ambulatory/clinic site. Common duties of this position include answering the phone, triaging patient calls, registering patients in the EMR, preparation of chart contents, records retrieval and filing, collecting payments from the responsible party, and assisting patients with the patient portal. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision, and Values.
What You Will Do
- Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information including personal and financial information.
- Schedules new appointments as needed and makes confirmation calls to patients with upcoming appointments.
- Collects co-pays and insurance data to ensure full and proper payment.
- Manages the front desk area by greeting patients and visitors and responding to requests for information in person or by phone.
- Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.
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Education/Formal Training Requirements
- Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
Work Experience Requirements
- Preferred - Insurance verifications or authorizations 1-3 years
- Preferred - Physician office 1-3 years
- Preferred - Scheduling 1-3 years
Licenses and Certifications Requirements
- Preferred - Certified Medical Office Assistant National Center for Competency Testing
- Preferred - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant National Healthcareer Association
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic understanding of medical terminology.
- Knowledge of coding preferred.
- Knowledge of general business operations, scheduling, insurance, and coding.
- Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs and standard office equipment.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with others.
- Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.
- Ability to handle stressful situations.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment such as PC, copier, fax machine, printer.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
- Ability to provide customer service consistent with MLH values.
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Supervision Provided by this Position
There is no lead or supervisory responsibility assigned to this position.
Physical Demands
The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide, and the patients they serve. We value family, team, and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
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