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Front Office Representative - Medical

Optum

Portland, ME
12 days ago
$85/hour

Job Description

Join Optum as a Front Office Representative where you'll provide essential patient services in a fast-paced environment. You'll manage patient registrations, handle insurance verifications, and ensure a smooth patient experience while receiving comprehensive training and development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide patient-oriented service in a clinical or front office setting
  • Perform clerical and administrative duties related to patient care
  • Communicate with patients and families to complete the registration process
  • Utilize computer systems to verify patient data
  • Collect patient co-pays and discuss financial obligations
  • Confirm and create scheduled appointments for patient services
  • Generate and analyze patient data reports

Required Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience in a hospital, office setting, customer service setting, or phone support setting
  • Influenza vaccination for the current flu season or commitment to receive it
  • Ability to work on a Per Diem basis

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with using Microsoft Office products
  • Experience in a Hospital Patient Registration Department or medical setting
  • Experience in insurance reimbursement and financial verification
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology
  • Understanding of insurance policies and procedures

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution