Office clerk 1’s are responsible for providing a wide spectrum of office functions, including but not limited to data entry, greeting and scheduling patients, appointment reminders and setting up follow-up visits either by telephone, email, or letter reminders.
They are also responsible for verifying insurance, requesting authorizations (when needed), sending claims to billing, answering and routing calls, recording patient documentation, and keeping paperwork organized .
Office clerk 1’s mainly use telephones and computers to communicate with patients, physician offices, and staff, so they must have basic knowledge of telephones and computers.
They also interact frequently with patients, medical professionals, and supervisors, meaning they must have excellent communication and people skills.
O & P Office Clerk 1 Tasks
* Data entry
* Compile and record medical charts, reports, and correspondence.
* Interview patients to complete insurance and privacy forms.
* Verify insurance and request authorization if needed.
* Receive insurance co-payments and post amounts to patient financial responsibility.
* Schedule and confirm patient appointments and follow-ups.
* Answer telephones and direct calls to appropriate staff.
* Escort patients to evaluation rooms
* Other duties as assigned
Education
This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.
00 - $20.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
* Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
* Spanish (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Ventura, CA 93003: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person