Job Description:

Department Description

UC Davis Cardiology Outpatient Services provide a full spectrum of advanced, sophisticated treatments for heart disease, including high blood pressure, coronary heart disease and congestive heart failure.

Job Summary

Final Filing Date : 11/4/2020

Salary Range : $24.93 to $30.99

Salary Frequency : Hourly

Appointment Type : Career

Percentage of Time : 100%

Shift Hour : 8 hours

Location : Ellison Ambulatory Care Center

City : Sacramento

Union Representation : Yes

Benefits Eligible :Yes

We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.

THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

THIS INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING IS A TRANSFER/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR UCD/UCDHS EMPLOYEES. Applications from current UCD/UCDHS employees will be considered first. Applications from the public will generally be considered if a current employee is not selected.

Responsibilities

The Medical Office Services Coordinator 3 is responsible for sustaining an environment of intrinsic good will for the practice while providing optimum services to patients. This position requires the skills and ability to manage the level of responsibility and accountability necessary to provide specialized duties for the department/clinical team for which it is assigned. This position may also perform front office duties consistent with that of MOSC II, per operational needs.

Required Qualifications

* Problem solving skills to independently define a problem identify the resources available to help solve the problem, create viable solutions and take the necessary action to implement problem resolution and ensure prompt and satisfactory resolution.

* Decision making skills to independently exercise delegated authority to take action and to appropriately seek assistance from others when limits of delegated authority have been reached.

* Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all co-workers; to consistently interact with patients and other members of the public with patience, courtesy and professionalism, both in person and on the telephone; and to effectively respond to individuals who may be angry or upset.

* Typing skills sufficient to use computer keyboard for timely and accurate input and production.

* Writing skills, using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation, sufficient to compose messages and/or routine correspondence, which is clear, concise and easy to understand.

* Bookkeeping skills sufficient to maintain accurate records of patient financial transaction, prepare related financial reports, balance cash box, and prepare deposits.

* Organizing skills to establish priorities for own work within stated guidelines; respond flexibly to changes in priorities; and maintain work effectiveness in a setting with a high volume of patient activity and frequent interruptions.

* Knowledge of practices and protocols related to medical office procedures, (i.e. medical terminology, appointments, medical records, insurance verification, cashiering, billing, etc.)

* Filing skills to maintain logs and files of information in alphabetical, chronological and/or numerical order, such that it is current and easily retrievable. Knowledge of all pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines governing medical records; confidentiality, privacy, and provision to others, including HIPAA.

* In depth knowledge of health care insurance systems, which may include Medi-Cal, MediCare, HMO, PPO, fee-for-service, county funded coverage, and workers compensation, sufficient to properly obtain and track authorizations, appoint patients, make referrals for consults, diagnostics and ancillary services, coordinate hospital services, complete and submit billing documentation, and explain provisions and requirements to patients.

* Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT and HCPCS coding guidelines sufficient to accurately identify services performed, including diagnoses, procedures, and supplies.

Special Requirements

* Must be willing to work variable days (including weekends), hours and locations as required to meet business needs of the practice.

* This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.

EEO

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

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