Medical Office Specialist - Primary Care

Medical Office SpecialistNorthern Nevada Medical Group, part of Northern Nevada Health System, offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services for the entire family. Our providers offer wellness services, family, geriatric and internal medicine, along with specialty care including cardiology, general surgery, and podiatry. Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve.This Medical Office Specialist opportunity is full-time, offers full benefits and a convenient day shift schedule. Medical Office Specialists are health care professionals that will work at the front desk or office area of a healthcare provider's clinic to manage communications with patients, insurers, and medical staff. Medical Office Specialists must have the ability to communicate and interact well with patients, providers and co-workers. Our Medical Office Specialist are key members of the team that will ensure that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective health care is consistent with the mission, vision and values of Universal Health Services.Job Duties: Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include: checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting physicians/nurses with various procedures, charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls and providing pertinent information. Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing charts to ensure information is completed and accurate.Benefit & Rewards Highlights: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career Development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Pet InsuranceQualifications Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent required Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant or Medical Office Specialist, preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology required Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol) General medical office procedures Understand end of day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol) Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skillsEEO Statement: All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.