Bilingual - Front Office Specialist

Job Details: Level – Entry, Location – Holland, MI 49424, Position Type – Part-time, Education Level – High School, Travel – Negligible, Job Shift – Day, Job Category – Health Care.Job OverviewThis position is equivalent to the following positions:Patient Access SpecialistMedical ReceptionistHealthcare Administrative AssistantClinic Front Desk CoordinatorPatient Services RepresentativeMedical Office CoordinatorPatient Intake CoordinatorFront Desk Medical ReceptionistHealthcare Customer Service RepresentativeMedical Front Office AssistantInterCare is a Federally Qualified Health Center which may qualify employees for the National Student Loan Forgiveness program.Become part of a Migrant and Community Health Center, where you will:Have a passionate purpose.Do worthwhile work.Make a difference in people's lives.InterCare Community Health Network believes all people have the right to equal access to quality health care.You are a Bilingual (Spanish/English) Front Office Specialist, with a rewarding and challenging work environment and a competitive compensation starting wages $17.50 and benefits package.Work ScheduleHours of work are Monday through Friday, generally between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with evening hours as necessary (working 24-29 hours). NO WEEKENDS!!Minimum QualificationsPossesses a thorough understanding of medical office theory and practices typically acquired through a technical training program and/or extensive practical experience in a medical practice environment.Primary AccountabilityPerforms a variety of administrative support functions for the health center including patient reception and registration.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesGreets and assists patients in navigation of their visit.Assists patients and visitors with the sign-in process and directs them to the appropriate area.Contacts other staff for further patient assistance as needed.Monitors waiting room for wait times and informs supervisor of delays.Keeps patients informed of wait times and any delays in care.Deals effectively with difficult/emotional patient situations. Seeks assistance as needed.Registers new and existing patients for their scheduled appointment.Enters patient demographic and insurance information into the electronic practice management system.Reviews pay source information to assure it is up to date and has been verified online at the time of the patient visit.Assesses the need for insurance enrollment, sliding fee eligibility, and state funded assistance programs. Assists with application process if appropriate or directs to enroller.Educates patients regarding financial responsibility and InterCare's payment policies.Obtains signature(s) on all required forms.Schedules follow-up and walk-in appointments as requested.Initiates the point of service payment/collection process.Collects patient copays.Creates receipts for payments collected.Arranges for patients to speak with financial counselor as needed.Performs various clerical duties including scanning and faxing of documents and identification cards.Qualifications & RequirementsGeneral Development:Requires strong customer service skills, conscientiousness, attention to detail, and multi-tasking ability.Ability to complete job duties with speed and accuracy.Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of people while developing strong working relationships.Works as part of a team and assists the team in meeting productivity and quality goals.Skill in motivation, self-direction and punctuality.Able to adjust to changing circumstances.Communication Skills:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to communicate in a clear effective manner.Possesses excellent cross cultural communication skills and the ability to communicate to staff members at all levels.Physical DemandsAbility to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, frequently sit, and lift up to 25 lbs.Requires good hand-eye coordination, reach with arms & hands, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and manipulate (using keyboard, office equipment).Visual acuity to use keyboard, operate office equipment, and read printed material and regularly required to talk and hear.InterCare Community Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.J-18808-Ljbffr