Certified Surgical Spine Tech Full Time
United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI), New York, NY, United States
Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Secretary
Outpatient Pediatrics
6 MONTHS TEMPORARY.
Job Responsibilities
Provides reception assistance (e.g., greet patients, answer calls, direct requests to proper individual).
Screens telephone callers in a pleasant and professional manner; handles calls, takes messages, or directs caller to appropriate person or area.
Performs other related duties as needed by providers and supervisors.
Responsible for Pre-Authorizations and Certifications (except surgical procedures). Ensures appropriate procedure and diagnosis coding is utilized in the pre‑certification and verification process and questions physicians, if appropriate, to ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
Post patient‑appointment, coordinates inter‑departmental scheduling for specialist visits, scans and procedures in accordance with insurance coverage, in compliance with physician directives.
Collaborates with other areas of the Medical Center as well as Insurance providers to obtain pre‑authorizations/certifications for treatments and diagnostic procedures, and ensures patient is eligible at the time of their appointment.
Refers to Senior Medical Secretary for scheduling related to Surgery and Infusion.
Primarily responsible for taking patient phone calls and scheduling over the phone. Greets and screens telephone calls in a pleasant and professional manner. Schedules appointments for visits, procedures and follow‑ups. Collects patient demographic related data, electronically verifies insurance eligibility, coordinates pre‑authorizations as appropriate, takes medical history, and assigns appointment to Physician based on procedure and insurance coverage. Refers surgical and infusion scheduling to Senior Medical Secretary.
Maintains workload statistics and other data for departmental records. Records statistics in established time intervals designated by supervisor. Follows instructions given by supervisor and prepares information neatly.
Prepares simple, routine memoranda letters, labels, routine manuscripts, correspondence and other documents as needed. Reviews work for accuracy and completeness.
May maintain routine calendar, assist in basic preparing for conferences and related duties.
May assist, provide guidance and/or train less senior staff with completing intake related duties.
Maintains supplies and cleanliness of space, restocks supplies as needed. Notifies supervisor of any shortage of supplies.
Maintains and receives files for area. Maintains files in organized and up‑to‑date manner in order to facilitate their retrieval. Completes filing in accordance with departmental procedures. Sorts and distributes documents and forms for area section. Distributes materials according to content of communications and departmental procedures. Logs in materials with respect to time and data when applicable. Processes incoming and outgoing documents. Completes forms neatly. Secures appropriate signatures and forwards documents/forms to correct destination based on pertinent Medical Center procedures. Maintains copy for files. Faxes documents in accordance with departmental procedures.
Answers patient questions to ensure understanding and patient satisfaction, or refers them to more senior level staff. Maintains confidentiality on matters to which they are privileged.
Types routine material such as forms and letters, envelopes, etc. Types materials neatly, accurately and according to instructions. Writes materials clearly and legibly.
Maintains cooperative and professional relationships with physicians, nurses and office and clinical staff.
Refers patients who have a question regarding insurance coverage or are in need of counsel on financial matters based on established criteria (e.g., denial of electronic insurance eligibility, ABN questions/concerns, questions regarding insurance or pay‑or restrictions, making payment, multi‑plan determinations, any and all issues/questions/concerns relating to financial matters) to the Business Office Associate.
Monitors intake work queue for timely intake completion.
Scan all necessary documents (insurance cards, lab requisitions, etc.) into the intake system.
Responsible for patient check‑in and check‑out. Gathers all patient demographic related data and materials from patients and/or their representatives. Obtains insurance information (ID card, member/group #s, etc.), verifies insurance eligibility electronically, takes their picture and asks them to use Patient Secure. On subsequent visits, asks them to verify demographic info and makes any necessary edits. Collects and asks patients to sign patient related documents including HIPAA, MSPQ, ABN, etc. Follow up with patients and/or their representatives, physician offices, etc. to gather missing data and materials in order to complete the intake process, or refers to more senior level staff.
Schedules routine appointments and follow‑ups for visits and procedures that do not require/or have already been pre‑authorized. Prepares the daily schedule. Refers all inquiries regarding pre‑authorizations/certifications to the Medical Secretary.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma. One year of relevant medical clerical experience, including prior physician practice experience and knowledge of medical terminology. Computer literacy preferred. Light, accurate keyboarding skills required. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills required.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of computer‑based scheduling and appointment programs. Excellent telephone skills.
EEO Statement
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Salary Range
The salary range for the role is $62,537.79 - $62,537.79 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range listed does not include bonuses, incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Secretary
Outpatient Pediatrics
6 MONTHS TEMPORARY.
Job Responsibilities
Provides reception assistance (e.g., greet patients, answer calls, direct requests to proper individual).
Screens telephone callers in a pleasant and professional manner; handles calls, takes messages, or directs caller to appropriate person or area.
Performs other related duties as needed by providers and supervisors.
Responsible for Pre-Authorizations and Certifications (except surgical procedures). Ensures appropriate procedure and diagnosis coding is utilized in the pre‑certification and verification process and questions physicians, if appropriate, to ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
Post patient‑appointment, coordinates inter‑departmental scheduling for specialist visits, scans and procedures in accordance with insurance coverage, in compliance with physician directives.
Collaborates with other areas of the Medical Center as well as Insurance providers to obtain pre‑authorizations/certifications for treatments and diagnostic procedures, and ensures patient is eligible at the time of their appointment.
Refers to Senior Medical Secretary for scheduling related to Surgery and Infusion.
Primarily responsible for taking patient phone calls and scheduling over the phone. Greets and screens telephone calls in a pleasant and professional manner. Schedules appointments for visits, procedures and follow‑ups. Collects patient demographic related data, electronically verifies insurance eligibility, coordinates pre‑authorizations as appropriate, takes medical history, and assigns appointment to Physician based on procedure and insurance coverage. Refers surgical and infusion scheduling to Senior Medical Secretary.
Maintains workload statistics and other data for departmental records. Records statistics in established time intervals designated by supervisor. Follows instructions given by supervisor and prepares information neatly.
Prepares simple, routine memoranda letters, labels, routine manuscripts, correspondence and other documents as needed. Reviews work for accuracy and completeness.
May maintain routine calendar, assist in basic preparing for conferences and related duties.
May assist, provide guidance and/or train less senior staff with completing intake related duties.
Maintains supplies and cleanliness of space, restocks supplies as needed. Notifies supervisor of any shortage of supplies.
Maintains and receives files for area. Maintains files in organized and up‑to‑date manner in order to facilitate their retrieval. Completes filing in accordance with departmental procedures. Sorts and distributes documents and forms for area section. Distributes materials according to content of communications and departmental procedures. Logs in materials with respect to time and data when applicable. Processes incoming and outgoing documents. Completes forms neatly. Secures appropriate signatures and forwards documents/forms to correct destination based on pertinent Medical Center procedures. Maintains copy for files. Faxes documents in accordance with departmental procedures.
Answers patient questions to ensure understanding and patient satisfaction, or refers them to more senior level staff. Maintains confidentiality on matters to which they are privileged.
Types routine material such as forms and letters, envelopes, etc. Types materials neatly, accurately and according to instructions. Writes materials clearly and legibly.
Maintains cooperative and professional relationships with physicians, nurses and office and clinical staff.
Refers patients who have a question regarding insurance coverage or are in need of counsel on financial matters based on established criteria (e.g., denial of electronic insurance eligibility, ABN questions/concerns, questions regarding insurance or pay‑or restrictions, making payment, multi‑plan determinations, any and all issues/questions/concerns relating to financial matters) to the Business Office Associate.
Monitors intake work queue for timely intake completion.
Scan all necessary documents (insurance cards, lab requisitions, etc.) into the intake system.
Responsible for patient check‑in and check‑out. Gathers all patient demographic related data and materials from patients and/or their representatives. Obtains insurance information (ID card, member/group #s, etc.), verifies insurance eligibility electronically, takes their picture and asks them to use Patient Secure. On subsequent visits, asks them to verify demographic info and makes any necessary edits. Collects and asks patients to sign patient related documents including HIPAA, MSPQ, ABN, etc. Follow up with patients and/or their representatives, physician offices, etc. to gather missing data and materials in order to complete the intake process, or refers to more senior level staff.
Schedules routine appointments and follow‑ups for visits and procedures that do not require/or have already been pre‑authorized. Prepares the daily schedule. Refers all inquiries regarding pre‑authorizations/certifications to the Medical Secretary.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma. One year of relevant medical clerical experience, including prior physician practice experience and knowledge of medical terminology. Computer literacy preferred. Light, accurate keyboarding skills required. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills required.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of computer‑based scheduling and appointment programs. Excellent telephone skills.
EEO Statement
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Salary Range
The salary range for the role is $62,537.79 - $62,537.79 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range listed does not include bonuses, incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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