Job Summary:

Acts as collaborative member of the clinic team in providing continuity of and quality patient care.  Responsible for the day to day operations of a physician clinic, to include the effective management of clinical systems, human resources, financial and environmental management. Coordinates activities of the front office for scheduling patient office visits, procedures and tests with proficiency and compliance.  Inputs patient data for claims.  Provides secretarial support for physicians and administrative staff.  Promotes collaborative practice with other departments within the organization, providers and clinics, always exhibiting the ability to work with others to find solutions to difficult human, technical or administrative problems.

 

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

Education:  High school diploma required

Experience:  Prefer one year work experience in a medical office setting. Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance verification desirable. Word processing and computer experience desirable.

 

Additional Skills/Abilities:  Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type patient information.  Skill in operating a computer, facsimile machine, and photocopy machine.  Skill in greeting patients and answering the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner.  Ability to speak clearly and concisely.  Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instruction.  Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.