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Weill Cornell Medical College is hiring: Senior Medical Secretary in New York City

L5

weill cornell medical collegeBrooklyn, NYyesterday

$27.69 - $30.77

Occupations

Medical Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsSecretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and ExecutiveMedical Records Specialists

Industries

General Medical and Surgical HospitalsOffices of PhysiciansSpecialty Hospitals
Title: Senior Medical Secretary
Location: Upper East SideOrg Unit: ICMHC Clinical Operations
Work Days: Monday-Friday
Weekly Hours: 35.00
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $27.69 - $30.77*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices
Position Summary: Under supervision, is responsible for assisting physicians with patient care, administrative, and organizational tasks as they relate to patient flow and the conveyance of a positive image of the physicians practice
Job Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for front-end revenue cycle processes, which may include but is not limited to, the check-in/check-out of patients and collection/reconciliation of time-of-service payments, as applicable. May also discuss patient’s responsibility for payments
  • If applicable, ensures that patients provide any pre-visit documentation, pre-certifications or authorizations for medical services as needed, and/or a referral, if required.
  • Schedules, confirms, re-schedules and cancels appointments for both new and existing patients using the scheduling application. Monitors schedules for wait lists, re-schedules and cancellations.
  • May assist with coordination of follow-up care including scheduling of laboratory/diagnostic tests and prescription requests.
  • Maintains physicians’ administrative (research and academic) and clinical/surgical schedules.
  • Prepares charges and payments for submission to the billing office.
  • Identifies delinquent accounts for collection activities. Reviews status of accounts with physician to determine next steps.
  • Assists with physicians’ research activities, if applicable.
  • Assists in the preparation of lectures and presentations.
  • If applicable, prepares travel arrangements for business purposes; prepares travel schedule and presentation documents for conferences and lectures.
  • Updates physicians’ CV and credentialing documentation as needed.
  • Initiates and prepares written correspondence as needed and based on functional needs.
  • May be responsible for chaperone duties during patient exams as needed.
Education
High School Diploma: ExperienceApproximately 2 or more years of prior related experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Previous experience using computerized appointment scheduling systems (EPIC preferred) and/or electronic Medical Record (eMR) system (ideally EPIC-Care).Knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, and ICD-10 coding.
  • Working knowledge of third party payor reimbursement - Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care and commercial insurance.
  • Working Conditions/Physical Demands
  • Standard office work
Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA). We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
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Level

SeniorL5

Salary

$27.69 - $30.77

Location

Brooklyn, NY

Occupation

Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

Industry

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals

Posted

yesterday

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