Office Manager - Medical
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Title: Office Manager - Medical
Program: Healthcare Department
Location and Schedule: Shelter-Based Clinics (Manhattan, Bronx). Monday - Friday Full-Time
Salary: $42,000
Job Description:
Reporting to the Assistant Administrator of Clinic Operations in the Healthcare Department, the Office Manager is responsible for working in collaboration with medical providers, departmental and program staff to oversee administrative and operational functions within the healthcare clinic.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
In partnership with shelter-based, program-based and other healthcare departmental staff, identify and link potential patients to available health services, including but not limited to tuberculosis screening, comprehensive exams, preventative care screenings, substance abuse treatment programs and treatment of chronic disease and behavioral health. Duties include, but are not limited to:
Welcoming and greeting all current and prospective patients and visitors, in person or over the phone; ensuring all incoming inquiries are either addressed or referred to appropriate resources, in a prompt and courteous manner
Managing day-to-day office volume through coordination with provider and clinical staff; process incoming patients through check-in and other related processes, and ensuring clear and prompt communication related to cancellations, early arrival and delays
Ensuring all new patients are promptly and accurately registered using required, standardized forms; ensuring existing patient information, including current registration and other required forms, contact and financial information is up-to-date
Process patient insurance information and eligibility verification within guidelines and appropriate systems, including but not limited to ePACES and other payer-based portals
Coordinate with program staff, including but not limited to case managers and program management, to ensure PRI clients are connected to appropriate healthcare services
Oversee physical space of medical office and clinic; ensure reception area is clean and organized, materials and signage are visible and up to date
Maintain adequate inventory of office and medical supplies, placing orders and monitoring office equipment
Protect patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and regulations
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or graduation equivalency degree (GED)
Minimum one (1) year work experience in a medical office setting
Basic competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Substantial telephone etiquette, verbal and written communication skills
Strong time management, multi-tasking, organization, scheduling skills
Strong customer service / relationship management skills
Preferred Qualifications
Associates Degree
Knowledge of clinical procedures usually obtained from a certificate or Associates degree
Knowledge of office procedures usually obtained from a certificate or Associates degree
Experience with the eClinical Works (eCW) electronic health record system a plus
Bilingual; fluency in Spanish a plus
All newly hired Project Renewal staff must provide verification of being fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
To apply: E-mail resume and cover letter indicating position and salary requirements: healthcarecareers@projectrenewal.org