Front Office Associate

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Front Office Associate to join our team. This position is Temporary / Per Diem; working varying shifts, typically evening shifts as needed. As a Front Office Associate, you will be responsible for providing services to patients and referring professionals by answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting and registering patients in a cheerful, professional, and sincere manner, and performing other duties as assigned. Registration (55%) Greets and checks in patients scheduled for imaging services; registers demographic information and processes payment plans and copays Answers phones and handles calls in an efficient and friendly manner Fields calls appropriately for center associates Acts as liaison between technologists and patients waiting for exams and relays messages regarding scanner status and other clinic information Maintains front office lobby area by straightening magazines, organizing coffee supplies and assisting with general office clean up Orders office supplies as needed Maintains supply of patient information sheets Pushes imaging via electronic interfaces Completes confirmation calls and provides preparation instructions to patient Faxes reports, billing information, and medical release forms as requested Insurance (20%) Verifies patient's insurance Pre-certifies all exams with patient's insurance company Obtains insurance authorization Uses knowledge of insurance carriers (e.g., Medicare) and procedures that require waivers to obtain authorization if needed prior to appointment Handles release of information requests for patients, referring offices, other medical facilities, attorneys & insurance companies following Company guidelines Scheduling (20%) Arranges transportation, interpreters, and hotel accommodations for patients when appropriate Enters and submits patient exam orders Verifies orders match exam schedules Schedules referrals and ensures proper authorizations are obtained Schedules walk-in patients Processes requests for image orders and CDs from referring physicians and patients Maintains an up-to-date and accurate database on all current and potential referring physicians Other Duties (5%) Performs other duties as assigned Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 1-2 years customer service experience Proficient with using computer systems and typing Preferred Qualifications Previous medical office experience Medical terminology and office background Insurance knowledge Bilingual We offer benefits (based on eligibility) including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, pet insurance, PTO and holiday pay and many more! RAYUS Radiology is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr RAYUS Radiology