Job SummarySupervises and trains office support staff to ensure optimal patient process flow and serves as a liaison between physicians and clinical staff in daily operations. Responsible for charge processing, A/R follow up, cash processing, patient flow, maintenance of scheduling system and patient medical records. Develops and implements policies, process improvement and customer satisfaction initiatives. Scope of this position will be determined by leadership according to defined leveling criteria.Essential Functions
Manages all business and clinic operations at the assigned site(s) and/or department(s).
Oversees the office staff in obtaining authorizations for all visit services and professional charge entry, department work queues, physician education, maximizing reimbursement and for all databases. Maintains department specific functions relating to the Charge Master. Directs and coordinates billing to meet all formats required by insurance carriers.
Participates in the candidate selection process, manages employee performance, ensures adequate training of new and existing staff to maintain/enhance skills and other management functions for staff in the clinic as needed.
Develops and implements physician education, process improvement and customer satisfaction programs and initiatives.
Reviews/evaluates monthly statistical reports and makes recommendations for revenue cycle initiatives and to include corporate initiatives.
Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and process improvement activities. Participate as a Joint Commission Steering Committee Representative as requested.
Maintain, review and adhere to Corewell Health East policies and procedures
Receive and resolve patient concerns with physicians and/or other staff within or outside the department as needed
Attend monthly, quarterly and annual divisional meetings and coordinate regular office staff meetings.
Serve as operational back up, when applicable with clinical skill validation, within the practice to assist as needed.
Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent GED or equivalent
Preferred Bachelor's Degree
1 year of relevant experience Direct staff supervisory experience, preferably in a customer-service or healthcare field. Required
1 year of relevant experience Relevant healthcare experience Preferred
Experience utilizing an electronic health record system. Preferred
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs
Sitting: Frequently
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
Squat: Seldom
Supine Lying: Seldom
Stair Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Driving: Seldom
Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Visual Acuity ¹ [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Primary LocationSITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Road - Royal OakDepartment NameInternal Medicine & Pediatric - CHMG East - Royal OakEmployment TypeFull timeShiftVariable (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours40Hours of Work7am to 5pmDays WorkedMonday to FridayWeekend FrequencyVariable weekendsCURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.