Department Support Specialist-Kelsey Seybold Clinic: Main Campus

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Clinic Administrator, the Department Support Specialist II performs varied clerical and typing duties for Managing Physician, Department Chief or Associate Department Chief and management staff. This individual also: Analyzes eligibility media Utilizes various system applications for reporting purposes Interprets multiple medical plan benefits to maximize accurate collections Endorses mutual respect amongst all members of the healthcare team Practices positive guest/peer relationships and works with others to promote an efficient and effective team Demonstrates a positive attitude and understands how this relates to creating a caring environment and a favorable impression regarding KSC commitment to the welfare of our patients This position generally supports department chief/managing physicians Required Qualifications High School diploma or GED from an accredited program Successful completion of the EPIC PM Front Desk Class and Hospital Charge Capture 3+ years general administrative experience and 2+ years medical insurance verification experience or experience scheduling operative procedures; OR 1+ years previous KSC experience in a position similar, but not limited to, DSS I, ASRs, Contact Center or Member Services reps, MAs/CMAs or Schedulers Working knowledge of Microsoft Office/PC experience IM Bills lead for department Typing skills 40 WPM with 10 or fewer errors Basic math ability Alpha/Numeric Forms Entry Preferred Qualifications Ability to speak/understand Spanish CPT/ICD coding Typing skills 55 WPM with 5 or fewer errors 10 key by touch Benefits and Pay Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. Equal Employment Opportunity OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. Drug-Free Workplace OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr