Front Desk Associate (ASC)

Company Overview East Atlanta Eye Surgery Center is a AAAHC accredited Ophthalmology surgical center. Our purpose is to provide the highest level of eye care possible to each patient enhancing individual lifestyles and vision while allowing our patients the option to avoid the additional cost and time associated with a trip to the hospital. We have a team of highly skilled and compassionate surgeon's providing services with leading-edge technology in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, EyeSouth Partners is an eye care physician services organization committed to partnering with leading physicians to build a premier network of eye care services in throughout the Southeast. EyeSouth's partner practices' clinical mission is to provide high quality medical and surgical specialty eye care. EyeSouth supports its affiliated practices and physician partners with capital, administrative resources, operating expertise, and strategic guidance with an absolute focus on clinical quality and a patient-first culture. EyeSouth's affiliate network consists of over 40 practices with 300+ doctors providing medical and surgical eye care services at over 175 clinic locations and 20+ ambulatory surgery centers throughout Georgia, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Tennessee, Ohio, Kentucky, Alabama, Illinois, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Position Summary The Front Desk Associate provides exceptional patient service, both in person and over the phone. This position interviews patients and/or their representatives to obtain complete and accurate demographic, financial, and insurance information, required for billing and collecting patient accounts. The Front Office Associate performs a variety of clerical and patient service duties necessary to maintain efficient flow of operations in the surgery center. The Front Office Associate may answer multiple phone lines, assist in processing medical records requests, enter patient demographic and insurance information, and accept patient payments. Responsibilities

• Displays high level of professionalism and gives superb customer service
• Obtains and reviews patient demographic and insurance information for accuracy
• Verifies insurance and collects copays, co-insurance, and outstanding balances
• Ensures all patient intake forms are signed and complete
• Answers patient communication pathways including multiple phone lines, Solution Reach Conversations Messaging Portal, and email/fax
• Schedules appointments
• Processes medical record requests per policies and procedures
• Coordinates with Surgical Staff to ensure optimal patient experience

Qualifications Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Certificate Required Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical office/health care setting
• Minimum 2 years of health care insurance experience
• Strong computer knowledge and skills with a minimum typing speed of 30 WPM
• Strong desire to assist others and provide excellent customer service
• Must be highly dependable and organized
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• An impeccably clean, polished, professional image
• The ability to learn quickly, retain training, problem solve and think independently

Preferred Skills:

• Understanding of medical terminology Company Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees: Medical Dental Vision 401k w/ Match HSA/FSA Telemedicine Generous PTO Package We also offer the following benefits for

FREE:

Employee Discounts and Perks Employee Assistance Program Group Life/AD&D Short Term Disability Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #IND