Medical Assistant

Medical Receptionist

$4000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best.

Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.

Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detail oriented Medical Receptionist to join our team. The hours are Monday through Friday from 8 : 00 am to 5pm. No nights, weekends or holidays. Maybe asked to float to other practices.

Medical Receptionist is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical and service goals.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Greet patients as they arrive and manage appropriate standard wait times
• Complete check-in and check-out tasks to include insurance verification, complete preauthorization and / or precertification of procedures and copy required documents
• Assist patients with intake processes including copying required documents
• Collect co-payments, co-insurance and deductibles and issues receipts
• Manage cashier box and daily deposits according to company policies
• Process walk-in patients and visitors
• Answer phones and schedule appointments
• Answer telephone calls, re-direct calls as appropriate, assist callers with questions or concerns, and take messages as needed
• Manage medical records (maintains, files / scans, prepares for schedule)
• Ensure all correspondence is scanned and / or filed in a timely manner
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public
• Process requests for medical records release and maintains appropriate logs
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include :

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $27.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.