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SUNY Upstate Medical University
Outpatient Administrative Specialist-Verona Cancer Center
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What they do
A Registrar or Patient Service Representative provides direct assistance to patients at a health care or long term care facility. Answers questions and helps resolve complaints; provides liaison with health care providers; may assist with coordinating appointments or addressing billing or insurance issues.
$47,159 / year median in New York
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Verona Administrative, Secretarial & Clerical Full-time Opening on: Sep 16 2026 Verona Hematology Oncology State of New York TH Staff Assistant 2, NSSL1 91168 UUP (State University Professional Services Unit) Add to favorites
Job Summary:
The Outpatient Administrative Specialist will provide clinical administrative support to the assigned ambulatory area. May assist in the preparation of monthly report of activities by compiling statistical data relative to clinic services as needed or requested. Serves as a resource for providers and staff relative to the referral and authorization processes. Assist with patient check-in and check-out procedures including registration activities such as entering and/or verifying demographic, insurance and/or financial information; generates routine forms and other documentation. Manage the EPIC Referral WQs. Answers phone, prioritizes incoming mail, faxes and correspondence. Work with/advise patients on insurance carrier requirements including services not covered and obtains documentation, collects patient co-pays, etc. Applies understanding of the need for ABN's and Waiver of Liability patient signatures. Obtains insurance authorizations, referrals, and manages denial processes in an accurate and efficient manner. Accepts assignments to other areas and performs additional administrative support duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree and two (2) years relevant patient financial/insurance services experience in a healthcare related setting or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Working knowledge of medical terminology, medical billing/insurance requirements, familiarity with medical coding, and excellent written/oral communication skills required. Computer skills and keyboarding are necessary. Ability to maintain good public relations with patients, visitors, co-workers and other individuals.Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of computer systems such as Epic, Word, Outlook, etc. and understanding of insurances and referrals preferred.Work Days:
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Human Resources We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.Benefits
- Dental Insurance