We're Hiring! 

***Last day to apply will be Saturday 5/24/14. All applications will be reviewed and each candidate will be contacted no later than 5/30/14 as to whether or not an interview will be granted. Thank you!***

 

Part Time Administrative Assistant

 

We are seeking a part-time administrative assistant for our growing optometry practice in Owosso, Michigan. The position will start at 3 full days per week. Compensation will depend on qualifications & experience.

 

The primary responsibilities will include:

            a) Answering phones at our front desk

            b) Setting up patient appointments & maintaining the schedule

            c) Verifying each patient’s insurance benefits & eligibility prior to their appointment

            d) Maintaining and staying up to date with our patient appointment recall list

            e) Greeting patients and assisting them with check-in paperwork

            f) Handling payment at check-out and figuring out totals with insurance co pays/allowances

            g) Faxing & scanning confidential patient records & doctor reports

            h) Contacting other doctor’s offices for referrals, medical record transfers, etc.

 

The applicant must have the following skills:

•        a) Very detail oriented & organized

•        b) Positive, up-beat & enjoys helping patients

•        c) High level of computer ability including learning how to utilize our electronic health records system (will use            on a daily basis for most tasks), Microsoft excel, and navigating multiple insurance websites when verifying            patient insurance benefits information.

•        d) Ability to think quick on their feet & comfortable working in a busy environment

•        e) Willingness to assist with any other tasks/responsibilities to help the office run smoothly on a daily basis                 as needed

 

Skills we would highly prefer, but not required:

•        a) Experience working in a medical office, preferably Optometry/Optical

•        b) Experience in verifying insurance benefits

•        c) Experience in medical coding/billing

 

Please email your resume with at least 2 current references to insightowosso@gmail.com. Cover letter optional.

Last day to apply will be Saturday 5/24/14. All applications will be reviewed and each candidate will be contacted no later than 5/30/14 as to whether or not an interview will be granted.

 

Thank you for your interest! :)

 

Andrea DeMeritt - Office Manager