Administrative Associate

Administrative Associate

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Summary: May perform duties of an administrative representative but with greater autonomy and discretion. Work involves a greater knowledge of office/clinic procedures and practice, independent judgment and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Interact with patients, visitors, and staff while complying with all UNC Health policies, HIPAA regulatory guidelines and departmental policies. Assist and respond to customer inquiries and needs in person, by phone, and/or electronic communication.
• Schedule and reschedule appointments, check in/check out all appointments, assist patient with use of kiosk if applicable, collect copayments, pre payments, and prior balances owed. Balance cash drawer, reconcile discrepancies, and secure cash payments and checks. Ensure compliance with revenue cycle and financial audit requirements.
• Verify demographic and insurance information and run insurance eligibility either before appointment or when patient is present. Scan insurance cards, photo ids, and forms. Prepare, educate, and collect patient signatures on required forms (MSPQ, Site of Service, GCT, NPP, etc.) Protect, store, and dispose of PHI as necessary. May contact insurance companies directly to verify/determine eligibility.
• May perform complex scheduling of patient appointments, often including a series of coordinated or linked appointments and/or ensuring particular time parameters are met. Scheduling from referral and orders as appropriate.
• Handle incoming calls and directing appropriately. Respond to staff messages, Epic secure chat, and emails. Attend staff and clinic meetings and manage multiple workqueues.
• May train others using written or verbal communication, Coordinating and completing special projects independently or in cooperation with other groups as assigned, schedule interpreter services or patient transport needs, and other administrative duties as assigned.

Education Requirements: High School diploma or GED

Licensure/Certification Requirements: No licensure or certification required.

Professional Experience Requirements: One (1) year of clerical or administrative experience.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

• Customer Focus: makes the customer and their needs their top priority and goes the extra mile to satisfy their customers. Demonstrates the ability to resolve customer problems.
• Technical expertise: understands the technical aspects of one's job. Effectively uses Microsoft office products in order to produce reports and documents.
• Coachability: Receptive to feedback, willing to learn and embraces continuous improvement.
• Accountability: Manages performance to meet expected results. Works to meet the internal/external customer requirements.
• Fiscal responsibility: Understands the insurance process and seeks to make the best decision/referral in the interest of the customer.
• Conflict Resolution: Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people. Finds agreement on issues and follows through on implementation.