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Associate Patient Care Coordinator/ Medical Assistant - Manhasset, NY

Optum

Manhasset, NY
8 hours ago
$16.00 - $28.85

Job Description

Join Optum as an Associate Patient Care Coordinator / Medical Assistant in Manhasset, NY, and play a crucial role in supporting patient care with a focus on service excellence and teamwork. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment with a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet and check in patients, verify insurance, and update medical records
  • Schedule appointments, follow-ups, and referrals
  • Serve as a liaison between patients, providers, and insurance companies
  • Provide patients with pre-visit instructions and post-visit follow-up
  • Prepare patients for examinations and assist during procedures
  • Administer medications and injections as directed by the provider
  • Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in the EHR system
  • Handle phone calls, messages, and patient inquiries
  • Assist with billing, coding, and insurance verification as needed
  • Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use
  • Adhere to infection control and safety protocols
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
  • 1+ years of customer service or healthcare related experience
  • Intermediate level of computer proficiency
  • Ability to be trained as a Medical Assistant or already holding a registration as a Medical Assistant
  • Ability to cover other offices if needed
  • Flexibility with the work schedule

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience in a medical office position
  • Experience working with an electronic health record (EPIC)

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off plus 8 Paid HolidaysMedical Plan options with a Health Spending Account or Health Saving AccountDental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term and Long-Term Disability coverage401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase PlanEducation ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramVoluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance)