Surgery Scheduler/Insurance Verification Specialist 6:00am - 2:30pm

Surgery Scheduler/Insurance Verification SpecialistWe are a modern, state of the art outpatient surgery center located in the heart of San Francisco. We are in search of a Surgery Scheduler/Insurance Verification Specialist.ResponsibilitiesOpens the Front Office of the Center before first patient check-insWelcomes patients, families, physicians, and visitors to the surgery center either in person or over the phoneGeneral duties include: pre-registration and registration of patients (i.e. entering insurance and demographic information, consent forms, etc into EMR system)Completing insurance verificationsNotifying patients of insurance coverage and copay/coinsurance responsibilitiesReceiving and directing phone calls, distribution of mail and messages, assisting the business office as necessaryPrepare patient documentsAccepting and posting paymentsWork directly with clinical staff members to understand the lengths of procedures, room availability, and needs of special suppliesCoordinate schedule with anesthesia groupMaintain Front Desk areaOther duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsAbility to write routine reports and correspondenceAbility to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organizationAdditional languages preferredKnowledge of EMR systemsKnowledge of commercial and private insurance plansKnowledge of Google SuiteEducation and Experience:High School graduate or equivalent1 year or more experience with insurance verification, preferred1 year or more experience in a medical office setting, preferredRequired Licensure and Certification:Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification or willing to complete by start dateCompensation:Salary commensurate with experience