Medical Office Associate - NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital *P/T 17.5 hrs per week,Varied Days & Shifts*

Medical Office Associate - NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital

Administrative/Office Support

New York, NY Part-Time

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Office Associate. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for assisting in the coordination of a surgeons private practice. Duties include, but not limited to interaction with a diverse patient population, insurance carriers and medical center staff; greeting visitors, answering the telephone, accurately capturing patient demographic information and efficient practice record-keeping. The position requires exposure to sensitive patient information necessitating considerable use of tact and diplomacy.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs Reception activities which may include addressing inquiries, assisting staff, patients or general public and answering telephones.
• Confirms the insurance coverage for all patients and referral on file (where applicable) the day before the start of the physicians office hours.
• Properly inputs all patient demographic and billing information into computerized billing system.
• Performs record-keeping and filing in an efficient manner.
• Processes incoming and outgoing documents.

Minimum Qualifications: High School Graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent communication skills. Typing (60 WPM). Proficiency working with computers, specifically the Microsoft Office Suite. Professional demeanor fielding a high volume of daily patient telephone calls. Ability to learn established physician offices software packages and adheres to best office practices including but not limited to providing quality customer service and a business casual dress code

Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years of experience working in a physicians private practice. Graduate of a Business School or equivalent combination of academic and professional experience. Knowledge of medical terminology and CPT and ICD-9 coding and medical billing.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $23.98 - $32.97 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.