This job is located at The Retina Care Center which is part of Prism Vision Group.
The Ophthalmic Assistant conducts measurements and tests that provide the Physician with the information needed to
arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment. The incumbent is responsible for appropriate documentation in compliance
with standards and provides excellent patient services.
Compensation Range: $18.00-$31.89 (DOE)
Responsibilities:
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Schedule and accurately complete full registration for patients requesting appointments while adhering to policies
and procedures regarding appointment scheduling and registration processes, performing these tasks accurately
and with attention to detail to ensure the highest quality standards.
• Initiate pre-registration process and ensure all demographic insurance information is accurate, complete and up to
date on patient’s chart.
• Verification of insurance information, verification of benefits and insurance referral information.
• Obtain legal photo identification and (if applicable) insurance card(s) and validate patient identity and coverage prior
to services being rendered to ensure patient safety and financial reimbursement.
• Adhere to HIPPA standards related to patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Assure ease of patient flow through the clinical care process.
• Provide patients with all required information regarding appointments and payment policies (e.g. medical records,
parking, cash policies, anticipated charges, cancellation policy).
• Provide upfront financial counseling services at time of check-in including identifying alternate funding resources
and establishing payment plans.
• Advise patients of financial obligations and collect funds according to established guidelines.
• Act as a liaison/advocate for patients, physicians, and staff in facilitating ease of care. Identify and resolve trouble
spots and problem patterns in the provision of care.
• Notify appropriate parties of the appointment time, referral criteria, insurance verification, and prior authorization
requirements.
• Train other patient services representatives and provide excellent customer service skills.
• Comply with company policies and standards
Qualifications:
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience: 2+ Years experience in a patient facing healthcare function or other customer service function preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English. Bi-Lingual a plus.
• Must possess excellent, critical thinking, analytical, troubleshooting, problem resolution, and customer service
skills.
• Mathematical and cash management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with physicians, co-workers, other departments and
patients of all ages, and from across a broad range of cultural and social economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work as an integral team member under minimal supervision, in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Ability to show tolerance and sensitivity in stressful situations and safeguard confidential information in
accordance with established policies and HIPAA regulations.
• Computer literate and ability to use multiple systems and acquire proficiency in multiple electronic systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
WORK ENVIRONMENT
An office environment with a controlled atmosphere. Possible exposure to staff or patients with communicable diseases
and blood borne pathogens