Job Description
Bilingual Spanish/English.
Performs day-to-day administrative functions and general office duties including but not limited to word processing, copying, filing, faxing, answering phones and data entry.
Provides information to Clinic callers according to the Clinic's Policies and Procedures; transfers call as needed; works with central reception to ensure adequate phone coverage at all times.
Welcomes and greets patients/clients/visitors to the Clinic in a manner that is helpful and friendly; determines purpose of visit.
Schedules patient flow to clinic based on predetermined appointment arrangements to allow the clinic to serve an adequate number of patients.
When scheduling appointment, carefully screens patients for new address, new patient visit or update registration and informs patient of adequate information that must be presented at time of visit.
Adheres to all Clinic policies on safety and security; maintains restricted areas safe by safeguarding keyless entry codes and computer system passwords in strict confidentiality.
Must exercise utmost diplomacy and tact to provide excellent customer service for patients; practices confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance to Clinic policies and HIPAA requirements.
Maintains patient waiting areas, office files, and front-desk areas in a manner that is organized and neat.
Informs patient of any existing balance noted in computer and request patient be prepare for any payment due at time of visit.
Calls patients daily to confirm next day's appointment.
Verifies method of payment for service (Medicare, private insurance, private payee, etc.) and collects data and/or payment as appropriate.
Exercises problem-solving and conflict resolution skills when handling patient complaints; refers patient complaints to appropriate designated personnel as needed.
Attends scheduled department staff and clinical meetings. Performs other duties as may be required