Medical Office Associate II, Per Diem - 8am-4pm, Ortho Surgery, Rockaway

Job description

Principal Accountabilities:
• Interviews patients for case histories prior to appointments.
• Schedules and coordinates appointments.
• Accurately updates and maintains patients' health records.
• Verifies insurance coverage and assists the billing department with processing claims.
• Communicates test results to patients when directed by physicians or nursing professionals.
• Ensures contacting patients regarding appointments, answering billing questions.
• Assists patients with re-scheduling appointments and other scheduling issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years' administrative experience

Preferred:
• Associates degree in Medical Office Management, Business, or related field.
• 1 year of experience in a medical office environment or relevant area.