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Medical Receptionist Jobs in Bronx, NY at Optum
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.
TheMedical Receptionistis the patient’s program liaison. Primarily telephonic, this role is responsible for ensuring that the patient experiences a smooth transition from an admission or outpatient procedure back to the home setting. Throughout the duration of services, the Patient Care Coordinator will communicate with patients and caregivers to uncover and act on possible barriers to a healthy outcome, thereby safeguarding against unnecessary readmissions
Location:1049 Morris Park Ave, Bronx, NY 10461
Primary Responsibilities:
Greets patients, family members and guests with a friendly smile
Assists patients with signing in and completing registration
Enters and scans patient’s demographic and insurance information into Epic
Verifies insurance eligibility and benefit information; informs patients of insurance benefits
Collects co-payments and patient balances
Answers incoming phone calls in a courteous and prompt manner; directs calls and takes messages
Assists physician and clinical staff by coordinating follow up care for patients; schedules referral appointments for patients and obtains authorization for diagnostic testing
Sends patient records to primary care physician
Assists with other tasks as assigned
What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together – competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:
Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
1+ years of customer service experience in a medical/healthcare setting
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, etc.)
Flexibility to travel to other local offices as needed
Ability to work the following hours:
Sunday 8:50AM-6:00PM
Monday & Tuesday 8:50AM-9:00PM
Wednesday 8:50AM-3:00PM
Thursday-Saturday: OFF
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree (or higher) or some …
Title: Medical Receptionist
Company: Optum
Location: Bronx, NY
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