Administrative Assistant II - Ophthalmology Floater, Westwood & Santa Monica

Description

We're looking for a welcoming, detail-oriented administrative assistant to help ensure a smooth experience for our multi-specialty Ophthalmology clinics in Westwood. In this role you will be floating to our ophthalmic clinics based on clinical needs. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy learning, and love helping people this is the perfect role for you. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Greet and check in patients with warmth and professionalism

• Answer phones, respond to patient messages, and assist with patient inquiries

• Schedule appointments

• Collect copays and patient payments at check-in and check-out

• Manage insurance verifications and authorizations

• Provide support with basic clerical tasks

Salary Range: $ HourlyQualifications

Required:

• Minimum two years' experience working in a medical office.

• Experience scheduling patient appointments in computerized appointment scheduling system.

• Knowledge of current governmental programs.

• Excellent interpersonal skills which promote pleasant and effective communication with patients, staff and doctors.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to maintain records in a clear and orderly manner at the direction of the Office Manager.

• Working knowledge of basic medical terminology and diseases, as it applies to the eye.

• Ability to prioritize tasks in a systematic manner to maximize efficiency.

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and to complete assignments in a timely manner.

• Ability to multitask and work independently with minimal supervision.

• Flexibility and adaptability given the dynamic nature of medicine and departmental needs.

Preferred:

• Two years' experience in ophthalmology practice setting.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.