Benefits:

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

401(k) matching

Job Summary

We are seeking a friendly, organized Benefits and Referrals Coordinator / Billing Assistant/ Medical Assistant to join our team! You will have an important role in our busy orthopedic surgery office and be an integral part of our patients' care. The ideal candidate is very organized, has strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and works well independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

Health insurance authorizations submissions and follow up

Patient communication and coordination regarding insurance benefits and authorizations

Staff and physician communication regarding benefits and authorizations

Assisting with daily office billing submissions

Part-time, 1 or 2 partial days weekly, medical assistant responsibilities including rooming patients, EHR entry, common orthopedic postop care, assisting with braces and splints, etc

Assisting with front office support including but not limited to answering phones, messages, faxes, etc

Qualifications

Knowledge of HMO authorizations (Optum/ TMIPA)

Strong customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Familiarity with basic computer programs, such as the Microsoft Office suite

Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPPA regulations, ICD, and CPT coding

Proficient in using phone systems, general office equipment and electronic medical records

Previous medical office experience desired

Bilingual Spanish and English preferred but not required

Full-time. Wages are dependent on experience. Minimum one year experience required.

If you are a friendly and organized individual with excellent communication skills with the above experience, we would love to hear from you.