Front Office Specialist

Front Office Specialist EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. Job Title: Front Office Specialist Company: Clarkson Eyecare Location: Ballwin, MO - this office is at the corner of Mason and Manchester Training Provided No medical/eyecare experience required! Perks: Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401k + Employer Matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Competitive Base Pay + Bonus Paid Maternity Leave Employee Discounts Hours: Full Time Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-1pm You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed You will not work all of these hours, but you must have open availability to work any shift within these hours Summary A Front Office Specialist is trained to act as the first point of contact, setting the tone for a world class Total Patient Experience. This employee will also perform the necessary administrative responsibilities needed to create a smooth check-in/out experience for patients. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great service and support. Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone). Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave. Answer phones (both external and internal); assure prompt, courteous service at all times. Practice urgency at all times with consideration to the patient's time, as well as doctor's time and schedule. Double check insurance authorizations to ensure completion and build accurate flow sheets. Check out patients and collect correct payments according to procedures. Manage patient flow in the office and ensure communication to maximize efficiency and customer service. Complete daily reconciliations / close day / countdown cash drawer. Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA. General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by the manager. Qualifications Previous medical office experience preferred; previous optometry and/or ophthalmology experience strongly preferred Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience Favorable result on background check as required by state Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States Education And/Or Experience High School Diploma or GED required Licenses And Credentials None Systems And Technology Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Location Work is primarily performed in a standard office or clinical setting. However, travel to other locations may be required to carry out essential job duties and responsibilities Physical Requirements This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (2550%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuityincluding color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focusis required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.