What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Baron Cardiology Group?
We are a busy cardiology practice in need of an Administrative Assistant to assist the office manager in running the front office and obtaining insurance prior authorizations. If you have a minimum of two years’ experience working in a front-office setting, experience obtaining prior authorizations, and you have a personal commitment to ensuring the highest level of patient care, we want to talk to you. (Note: This is not a Medical Assistant (back office/clinical) position.)
Responsibilities Include:
Daily monitoring of provider schedules to ensure maximum appointments are maintained. Scheduling/re-scheduling patient appointments as needed.
Working with insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations for echocardiograms, event monitors, and external testing.
Manage ordering of office supplies.
Manage incoming and outgoing mail, including making periodic trips to the post office to obtain supplies/drop-off outbound parcels.
Serve as liaison with external IT company.
Assist with posting insurance payments in practice management software.
Fill in for front-desk personnel as needed (during vacations, sick time, etc.).
Assist office manager with other duties as needed.
Minimum Requirements:
Two years of front-office experience in a medical setting.
One year of experience obtaining medical prior authorizations.
Flexibility and the ability to multi-task, work independently, and solve routine problems with minimal input from others.
Commitment to providing quality work, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Confidence, a can-do attitude, with a drive to succeed in everything you do.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Benefits Include: 12 days of PTO plus 7 paid holidays, annually
Pay: $19.00-$23.00 per hour, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Springfield, MO 65804: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Medical receptionist: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23