Clinical Business Operations Specialist

The department of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Clinical Business Operations Specialist to work on the UHealth campus. The Clinical Business Operations Specialist serves as a lead to Clinical Business Operations Representatives and facilitates the prompt resolution of highly complex problems related to pre and post care that arise in daily clinical operations. The incumbent performs administrative and receptionist functions, to include answering incoming calls, efficient management of patients, and the acquisition of necessary patient care and records. The Clinical Business Operations Specialist assists patients in a courteous, efficient, and professional manner and ensures adherence to divisional and departmental service standards.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the department in managing expectations surrounding pre and post patient care.

• Provides guidance and support to Clinical Business Operations Representatives and assists with training and continuous improvement. 

• Obtains or reviews all patient demographic information, insurance information and referral numbers.

• Reviews clinical records for completeness including authorization, signatures, missing data, and other patient information.

• Answers multiple telephones for the department: triage incoming calls, responds to questions, directs calls, and documents messages in the appropriate software.

• Greets visitors and callers, handles their inquiries, and directs them to the appropriate employee according to their needs.

• Works cooperatively with fellow employees to solve problems and enhance the smooth and efficient flow of the practice.

• Provides coverage for responsibilities of co-workers when assigned or as need arises.

• Develops and promotes the use of effective methods of communicating with physicians, managers, peers, trainees, and staff on a regular basis.

• Maintains confidentiality of all information.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. 

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent

•  Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:

• Skill in data entry with minimal errors.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.