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Job Description:• Under limited supervision, answers and screens high volume calls• Patient appointments, register patient’s demographics, telephone, and medication encounters• Once training is complete and an understanding of the job duties has been established, with management approval the position will become remote, with the understanding the remote status can change at anytime with two-week notice• Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls• Responds to general inquiries by relating or referring to established policies and procedures• Provides customer service to patients by relaying information about the Medical Center and reminds patients of appointments• Schedules patient appointments, using a computerized medical system or handwritten schedule• Performs (pre) registration duties by obtaining pertinent patient information, maintaining and updating patient charts• Codes lab requisitions with necessary patient data for proper processing and charging of lab work• Schedules diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures according to restrictions of HMO's, PPO's, etc• Ensures that patients are notified and receive appropriate information regarding scheduled tests and procedures, if applicable• Performs related duties and faxing patient progress notes to referring physicians• All roles must demonstrate GBMC ValuesRequirements:• High School or GED equivalency• 6 months of related experience• Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and ICD9 codes• Strong skills in written communication• Strong work ethic• Excellent Customer Service and oral communication• Ability to perform non-complex arithmetic calculations• Ability to organize and maintain files and records• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines• Basic computer skills• Bi-lingual in Spanish or Russian preferredBenefits:• Competitive salary and generous paid time off• Free parking• Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC "if applicable"• Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center "if applicable"• Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage• 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan

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