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Medical Office Associate (UICOMP-Peds)
University of Illinois - Chicago
Medical Office Associate (UICOMP-Peds) Medical Office Associate (UICOMP-Peds) Hiring Department: Pediatrics Location: Peoria, IL USA Requisition ID: 1024871 Posting Close Date: 11/06/24 This position is located on the Peoria campus 170 miles southwest of Chicago. (On-Site Work - Not Remote). The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) educates 265 medical students and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. Additionally, it provides clinical care to more than 31,000 patients annually and conducts basic science, clinical and outcomes research. UICOMP is a regional campus of the University of Illinois College of Medicine, a part of the University of Illinois Chicago and University of Illinois System. The College of Medicine Peoria is home to the Cancer Research Center, Center for Wellbeing, and is a collaborator in Jump Simulation. Learn more about UICOMP at http://peoria.medicine.uic.edu. Description: Employees at this level are responsible for performing a variety of normal clerical duties in several patient-service areas of a clinic. They apply knowledge of policies and procedures used regarding patient insurance, billing and account maintenance and patient referrals. They function as an essential link between the clinic and various services and staff. Welcomes patients and visitors to the clinic by greeting them. Answers telephone calls and screens and routes accordingly. Schedules patient appointments in person and also via telephone in accordance with clinic guidelines; mails new information to patients containing directions, appointment confirmations, and required documents. Completes check-in and also discharge processes of patients, which includes preparation of required forms and completion of insurance information within the electronic medical record (EMR). Collects co-payments at time of service and produces daily receipt log and cash reconciliation document at end of each day; closes out cash drawer within the EMR daily. Manages and updates patient records into the EMR and assures accuracy of data entered for insurance/demographic information. Comforts patients and visitors within the waiting room by answering routine questions and maintains the reception/waiting room area. Manages email, postal mail and incoming faxes. Makes appointment reminder phone calls to patients. Manages specialty referrals and assists with prior authorizations. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications Pay Range: $18.38-$22.86 Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the full range for a position. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. As an EOE/AA employer, the University of Illinois encourages applications from individuals regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and Veteran or disability status. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/ Looking for more University of Illinois positions? We invite you to search for positions at each of the University of Illinois locations, the University of Illinois System Office and the University of Illinois Foundation. The University of Illinois System Office supports the primary missions of teaching, research, public service, and economic development for all of the Universities and offers positions in all locations. The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving agency for the University of Illinois and also offers position in all locations. Click the links below to search for other University of Illinois positions. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign University of Illinois Springfield University of Illinois System Office University of Illinois Foundation The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/9283?c=uic Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-62a688df4f8a544e8d67aea147376770
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About University of Illinois - Chicago
The University of Illinois Chicago is the city’s largest university and its only public Carnegie Research 1 institution. Its 16 academic colleges serve close to 34,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. UIC is recognized as one of the best public universities and one of the most ethnically rich and culturally diverse campuses in the nation, located in the heart of Chicago, it is an integral part of the city's educational, technological and cultural fabric.
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