Administrative Assistant II - Cornea Ophthalmology, Westwood

Be part of a dynamic ophthalmology team at our Cornea and Uveitis Clinic in Westwood! As an Administrative Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting our physicians and ensuring every patient receives outstanding care. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced clinic environment while helping patients through each step of their visit. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Process patient check-in and check-out
• Answering patient care telephones and directing inquiries
• Scheduling and coordinating patient appointments
• Obtaining managed care pre-authorizations for services
• Maintaining and updating patient records
• Preparing and processing patient billing

Required:

• One year experience working in a medical office including answering telephones, scheduling appointments, interacting with patients and familiarity with current billing practices including governmental plans.
• Excellent interpersonal skills which promote pleasant and effective communications with patients, staff and doctors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible personality and ability to adapt to changing needs of department.
• Ability to interact calmly and effectively with patients with difficult personalities.

Preferred:

• Experience working in an Ophthalmology practice.