Medical Receptionist - PHMC : Job Details

PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires that all employees have received the first Covid-19 vaccination dose by the first day of employment. We will offer the Covid-19 vaccination at no cost, via our Health Centers.Mission Statement:Our Mission is to be the premier regional provider of integrated, community-based healthcare by combining evidence-based clinical practices, outstanding patient service, innovative care partnerships, and team-driven excellence, within a healthy fiscal environment.Summary job Description:Perform all medical receptionist functions at primary care and community-based health centers for underserved populations. The Medical Receptionist will report to the Health Center AdministratorAge/Patient Populations Served (Double-click on box to activate appropriate indicator)Age of Patient Population ServedPediatric (0 - 19 yrs)Adult (19 - 64 yrs)Geriatric (65 yrs & older)Nonage Specific Task (N/A)PopulationBariatric Patients: BMI greater than 40, or greater than 35 with weight related comorbiditiesPatient with exceptional communication needsPatient with developmental delaysPatient at the end of lifePatient under isolation precautionsAll PopulationsEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for all front Desk Functions in a Primary Care settingSchedule AppointmentsSchedule specialty and ancillary appointmentsAnswer PhonesComplete Managed Care ReferralsObtain Pre-Certs when neededResponsible for patient registration data entryVerify InsuranceDaily Batching of encounter formsLog referrals in the tracking systemFollow up for reports from specialistsArrange transportation when needed for patientsAssist patients when neededReview patient's charts and encounter forms for completionFile reports, file chartsPerform other duties as assignedPHMC Compliance Responsibilities:Understands and adheres to PHMC compliance standards as they appear in the PHMC Code of Conduct, Whistle Blowers, and Conflict of Interest Policies.Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and PHMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.Comply with HIPAA and Confidentiality Policies and Procedures as they apply to the job.Comply with the Department of Public Health (DPH), The Joint Commission, and other accreditation and regulatory agencies standards.Adhere to all PHMC Policies and Procedures.Knowledge and adherence to Infection Control and Environment of Care Guidelines and Procedures as described in the annual education module.Job Requirements:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Skills:Knowledge of billing procedures and Insurance verificationData EntryKnowledge of medical terminologyFamiliar with Managed Care Plans and Referral ProcessExtensive Organization SkillsMust have a pleasant manner.Ability to manage and complete work assigned by several staffMust be flexibleEXPERIENCE:One to two years of experience in a medical office environmentEDUCATION:High School Diploma or GED equivalentPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Position requires standing 2/3 of the time, walking 2/3 of the time, sitting under 1/3 of the time, use of hands to finger, handle, or feel 2/3 of the time, reaching with hands and arms, under 1/3 of the time, stooping, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time, talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. The position requires lifting up to 10 lbs. up to 1/3 of the time.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic). Exposure to blood-borne pathogens requires use of personal protective equipment.salary: Based on education and experience. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)