Title: Senior Medical SecretaryLocation: Upper East SideOrg Unit: Gastroenterology and HepatologyWork Days:Weekly Hours: 35.00Exemption Status: Non-ExemptSalary Range: $25.52 - $28.79As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC OfficesPosition SummaryUnder supervision, is responsible for assisting physicians with patient care, administrative, and organizational tasks as they relate to patient flow and the conveyance of a positive image of the physicians practiceJob Responsibilities
Responsible for front-end revenue cycle processes, which may include but is not limited to, the check-in/check-out of patients and collection/reconciliation of time-of-service payments,as applicable. May also discuss patient’s responsibility for payments
If applicable, ensures that patients provide any pre-visit documentation, pre-certifications or authorizations for medical services as needed, and/or a referral, if required.
Schedules, confirms, re-schedules and cancels appointments for both new and existing patients using the scheduling application. Monitors schedules for wait lists, re-schedules and cancellations.
May assist with coordination of follow-up care including scheduling of laboratory/diagnostic tests and prescription requests.
Maintains physicians’ administrative (research and academic) and clinical/surgical schedules.
Prepares charges and payments for submission to the billing office.
Identifies delinquent accounts for collection activities. Reviews status of accounts with physician to determine next steps.
Assists with physicians’ research activities, if applicable.
Assists in the preparation of lectures and presentations.
If applicable, prepares travel arrangements for business purposes; prepares travel schedule and presentation documents for conferences and lectures.
Updates physicians’ CV and credentialing documentation as needed.
Initiates and prepares written correspondence as needed and based on functional needs.
May be responsible for chaperone duties during patient exams as needed.
Education
High School Diploma
ExperienceApproximately 2 or more years of prior related experienceKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
Previous experience using computerized appointment scheduling systems (EPIC preferred) and/or electronic Medical Record (eMR) system (ideally EPIC-Care).
Knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, and ICD-10 coding.
Working knowledge of third party payor reimbursement - Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care and commercial insurance.
Licenses and CertificationsWorking Conditions/Physical DemandsStandard office workWeill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians and scientists in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists - faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization - are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where an international campus offers a U.S. medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria and Turkey. Our medical practices serve communities throughout New York City, and our faculty provide comprehensive care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Westchester Behavioral Health Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens. At Weill Cornell Medicine, we work together to treat each individual, not just their conditions or illnesses, as we strive to deliver the finest possible care for our patients - the center of everything we do. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status, including race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.
