Outpatient Specialist/ MOA - Gastroenterology

Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Outpatient Administrative Specialist responsible for scheduling patients for the Gastroenterology Division and coordinating procedure plans. This role will gather data for quality and operational needs within the Gastroenterology division and provide outpatient procedure support to all physicians and clinical staff.In addition, the Outpatient Administrative Specialist will assist as needed in a medical assistant capacity, including rooming patients, obtaining vitals, updating medication lists, assisting with exams and procedures under direct supervision, maintaining exam rooms, and managing instrument cleaning and supplies. Responsibilities also include handling referrals, chart preparation, answering phones, sorting mail, and performing patient check in and check out.CLERICAL PRACTICEAnswers telephones, triages messages accuratelyAccurate patient registration and checkoutObtaining signatures for all required financial and compliance documentationProcessing referrals and diagnostic testing via EPIC work queueObtaining insurance authorizations for both medication and proceduresCPT and ICD10 knowledgeObtaining copayments at the time of registrationProcess medical records requestsConfirming next day appointmentsClinic and office supply orderingCLINICAL PRACTICEPrepares and reviews medical records to ensure all necessary information is available for the days visit.Abstract chart into EPICObtains vital signs/weight and properly documenting into EPICPerforms any collection task, such as finger stick or urine tests, and documents current medications. Completes and provides additional documentation needed prior to the patient being seen, and provides this information to the provider as neededAssist the clinician with exams and procedures under direct supervisionHandles prescription renewals under the direction of an RN or clinicianMaintain sterile technique and adhere to NYS infection control mandatesMinimum Qualifications:Associates Degree or pertinent college level courses and three years of administrative/office management experience. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Qualifications:Work Days:Monday through Friday daytime hoursMessage to Applicants:Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.G4: $21.25 - $30.77Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.Recruitment Office: MedBest Medical Management