MEDICAL OFFICE SPECIALIST

Responsibilities

At MID ATLANTIC MEDICINE /CEDAR HILL URGENT CARE - WDC

Offer services for a wide range of illnesses including seasonal allergies and asthma, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, falls, minor cuts, colds, and flus.

Position Overview:

The Medical Office Specialist will be responsible for front desk coverage, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional patient care. Key responsibilities include registration, check-in, collecting co-pays, scheduling appointments, billing patients, and scanning records into EMR, reports, and correspondence. This role requires strong medical terminology knowledge, organizational and communication skills, adaptability to flexible work schedules, and the ability to maintain a calm disposition amidst frequent interruptions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fulfill patient care responsibilities, including checking schedules, organizing patient flow, and relaying instructions.
• Manage clerical tasks such as sending/receiving medical records, obtaining lab/x-ray reports, and verifying insurance coverage.
• Maintain and update physician schedules, ensuring accurate patient appointments and follow-ups.
• Book, coordinate, and reschedule patient appointments, providing necessary instructions and directions.
• Maintain and update patient information, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform end-of-day tasks, including compiling deposits and reports.
• Operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and telephone systems.

Benefits 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
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

You Will Be Part of a First-Class Organization Offering:

• A challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Medical Office Assistant/Specialist or Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Work Experience: Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year of experience as a Medical Assistant or Medical Office Specialist preferred.
• Skills: Familiarity with medical terminology, proficiency in basic computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Office), and excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge: Understanding of general medical office procedures and end-of-day cash balancing processes.

EEO Statement

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