Front Office Supervisor

Front Office SupervisorThe US Oncology Network is looking for a Front Office Supervisor to join our team at Texas Oncology. This full-time position will support the Oncology and Radiation Departments at our 4708 Aliance Blvd #150 clinic in Plano, Texas. Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:30a - 5:00p.Note from Hiring Manager: Our clinic offers a supportive, collaborative environment where patient care and employee growth go hand in hand. Team members are empowered to bring ideas forward, take ownership of their work, and grow in their careers.As a part of The US Oncology Network, Texas Oncology delivers high-quality, evidence-based care to patients close to home. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 530 providers in 280+ sites across Texas, our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today—at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories."® in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.The US Oncology Network is one of the nation's largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America. The US Oncology Network is supported by McKesson Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care.ResponsibilitiesOversees all front office functions. Recruits, hires and supervises front office staff in addition to developing and attaining performance goals and objectives. Evaluates performance and recommends merit increases, promotions, and disciplinary actions. Provides assistance and coverage for front office functions as required.Prepares and conducts training sessions with staff regarding coding, accurate charge entry, and other front office functions.Develops and maintains a professional department that assists the organization toward its goal of improving cost-effectiveness of health care delivery.Acts as liaison between physicians, administration, and business departments.Coordinates office procedures with front office, medical staff, and billing office to ensure smooth flow of information within departments.Participates in the completion of month-end close checklist for all assigned items to ensure meeting or exceeding corporate timelines.Implements and complies with Company Reimbursement Policies and Procedures to maximize efficiency.Reviews all attorney requests and records to ensure proper authorization has been obtained and all documentation is present.Oversees insurance verification process, in addition to patient financial counseling to ensure patients are apprised of financial obligations.Ensures that authorizations are obtained in a timely manner.Reviews posting of charges from encounter forms and hospital charges within 24 hours. Reviews daily encounter forms for completeness and accuracy, following up with appropriate person(s) to obtain complete information.Maintains knowledge of current health care and billing trends and practices.Supervises the daily activities of front office staff.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Seven years of medical office experience.Minimum of one year of supervisory experience.Knowledge of governmental, legal and regulatory provisions related to collection activities.