Medical Office Specialist

Medical Office SpecialistJoin the A Plus Urgent Care Team! A Plus Urgent Care proudly services a broad and diverse choice of communities in which to live, work and play. Our urgent care and primary care practices offer challenging opportunities to physicians, nurse practitioners, as well as medical assistants and other vital staff members, with practices in Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, and Lake Elsinore. APLUS Urgent Care is part of Southwest Healthcare, a comprehensive network of care with convenient hospital and ambulatory care/outpatient locations here to serve the Southern California community. With over 6,000 passionate providers and healthcare employees, our shared goal is to provide convenient access to a wide range of healthcare services in a way that benefits you, your family, and the entire community. Southwest Healthcare is comprised of five acute care hospitals and several non-hospital access points, including: Corona Regional Medical Center, Palmdale Regional Medical Center, Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital, Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital and Temecula Valley Hospital, Temecula Valley Day Surgery, A+ Urgent Care Centers, and Riverside Medical Clinics.Job Summary: We are currently seeking a Full-Time Medical Office Specialist for our Menifee location. This position is responsible for overall functioning of the medical office. Duties include but not limited to: Maintains a cordial and courteous relationship with patients. Always greets patients with a smile. Schedule, cancel and reschedule patient visits based on established guidelines. Check in / check out process. Assists providers to stay on schedule. Alerts patients of delays. Insurance authorizations. Ensures that all patient charts are prepared with the utmost accuracy. Reviews patient registration forms for accuracy. Ability to multi-task and perform in a fast-paced environment. Work schedule is Tuesday-Friday 11:30am - 8:00pm and Saturdays from 8:45AM-5:00PM. Schedule may change based on business needs. Must attend mandatory meetings.QualificationsExperience/Training/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent required. One (1) year administrative medical office experience required. Medical Terminology and basic mathematical calculations, basic computer knowledge required. Knowledge of medical clinic functions (scheduling, billing, insurance verifications and authorizations, ICD9 and CPT4 coding, patient procedures, medical records) preferred.Certifications/Licenses: Current BLS/CPR certification required.Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Proficient in using office equipment such as fax machine, copier and telephone system. Works in a well-lighted, OSHA Standard environment. May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Occasionally subject to irregular hours. May be required to wear personal protective equipment as necessaryBenefit HighlightsChallenging 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. Tuition Reimbursement Program. Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!