Medical Front Office Lead bei Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida
Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida · Fort Myers, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Fort Myers
Description
As the Front Office Lead for our busy orthopedic practice, you will be the front office expert and a key member of the Co- Lead management team. This role combines patient-facing duties, such as check-in/out and payment collection, with senior responsibilities, including staff support, training, and stepping into the Manager role as needed. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, compassionate, and detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of medical insurance and medical record knowledge.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Serves as the point of contact for patients, greeting them warmly and managing the check-in and check-out process with a high degree of professionalism.
- Schedule new and follow-up appointments effectively, coordinating with clinical staff to ensure optimal patient flow.
- Prepare and organize patient charts for daily appointments, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all required documents.
- Process faxes using Provider Flow ensuring data integrity and security.
Financial and Insurance Management:
- Expertly verify patient insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage prior to appointments.
- Collect copayments, deductibles, and outstanding balances according to established protocols.
- Field and resolve complex billing and insurance questions from patients.
Patient Record Administration:
- Maintain and update patient demographic and insurance information in the EMR system.
- Process requests for medical records.
Operational Support:
- Monitor the office schedule and patient flow, proactively adjusting as needed.
- Identify and help resolve operational issues or patient service complaints.
- Assist with other administrative and clerical duties as assigned to ensure smooth office operations.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a medical office setting, preferably in orthopedics.
- Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role is highly desired.
Skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of medical insurance plans and the verification process.
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical billing software.
- Exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with excellent attention to detail.
- Proven leadership skills and the ability to train and motivate team members.
- Professional demeanor and ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
- In-depth understanding of HIPPA regulations and patient confidentiality.
Education:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate’s degree or medical administration assistant certification is a plus.
Benefits:
Great benefits and no weekends.
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