What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant position at Compass Oncology?
Overview:
It may sound cliché, but it is true. A career taking care of cancer patients is a calling for most all of us. It's much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Compass Oncology, but those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role each Compass team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for every one of our patients.
Compass Oncology is looking for an Office Assistant to join our team at the Central Business Office in Vancouver, WA. This front-line position helps support the day-to-day operations of the corporate office. We are looking for a multi-faceted individual that can bring strength and experience to this position. The ability to handle ever shifting priorities, effectively and professionally communicate across different platforms, and assist in maintaining schedules and sensitive data are all desirable traits for this position.
Employment Type: Full-Time (40 Hours) M-F
Location: Compass Business Office (Vancouver, Washington)
Scope:
Under general supervision, provides administrative and secretarial support to operational management staff. Submits patient claims to appropriate third party payers. Follows standard procedures and pre-established guidelines to complete tasks. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards, and US Oncology's Shared Values.
Responsibilities:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience/Training:
Competencies:
More About The Company
Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in the fields of surgical, medical and radiation oncology, pathology and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and an even more cohesive patient experience. In addition, the majority of our physicians specialize in particular cancer types, bringing a heightened level of expertise to our patients. If you are a dedicated, team-oriented, patient-centered individual looking for an opportunity where you are proud of what you do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing you made a difference in the lives of our patients; Compass Oncology is the place for you!
As a member of The US Oncology Network , one of the nation's largest community-based cancer treatment and research networks, Compass Oncology participates in leading-edge clinical trials through US Oncology research, which has helped develop 89 FDA approved cancer therapies. We serve the Portland and Vancouver communities with clinical offices located throughout the metro area.
To learn more about Compass Oncology and its daily mission, please visit our website at https://compassoncology.com/
The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
It may sound cliché, but it is true. A career taking care of cancer patients is a calling for most all of us. It's much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Compass Oncology, but those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role each Compass team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for every one of our patients.
Compass Oncology is looking for an Office Assistant to join our team at the Central Business Office in Vancouver, WA. This front-line position helps support the day-to-day operations of the corporate office. We are looking for a multi-faceted individual that can bring strength and experience to this position. The ability to handle ever shifting priorities, effectively and professionally communicate across different platforms, and assist in maintaining schedules and sensitive data are all desirable traits for this position.
Employment Type: Full-Time (40 Hours) M-F
Location: Compass Business Office (Vancouver, Washington)
Scope:
Under general supervision, provides administrative and secretarial support to operational management staff. Submits patient claims to appropriate third party payers. Follows standard procedures and pre-established guidelines to complete tasks. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards, and US Oncology's Shared Values.
Responsibilities:
- Performs a variety of secretarial duties including administrative support for the Revenue Cycle Team.
- Serves as back-up to Receptionist
- Processes and posts patient and payer payments accurately and timely in accordance with company policies and Practices standard operating procedures.
- Submit medical records to payers
- Perform Charge Corrections for denied claims
- Adheres to confidentiality, state, federal, and HIPPA laws and guidelines with regards to patient's records and collections.
- Responsible for maintaining current billing, coding, and standard operating procedures (SOP) files as a desk reference.
- Other duties as requested or assigned. May perform payment responsibilities.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience/Training:
- Minimum of (2) years medical billing and payment specialist or equivalent experience preferred.
- Medical coding experience preferred.
- Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) required.
- Working knowledgeable of state, federal, and third-party claims processing required
- Must successfully complete required e-learning courses within 90 days of occupying position.
Competencies:
- Uses Technical and Functional Experience: Possesses up to date knowledge of the profession and industry; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate.
- Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles day to day work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity; demonstrates flexibility.
- Uses Sound Judgment: Makes timely, cost effective and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
- Shows Work Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works efficiently to achieve them.
- Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluated products, processes, and service against those standards; manages quality; improves efficiencies.
More About The Company
Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in the fields of surgical, medical and radiation oncology, pathology and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and an even more cohesive patient experience. In addition, the majority of our physicians specialize in particular cancer types, bringing a heightened level of expertise to our patients. If you are a dedicated, team-oriented, patient-centered individual looking for an opportunity where you are proud of what you do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing you made a difference in the lives of our patients; Compass Oncology is the place for you!
As a member of The US Oncology Network , one of the nation's largest community-based cancer treatment and research networks, Compass Oncology participates in leading-edge clinical trials through US Oncology research, which has helped develop 89 FDA approved cancer therapies. We serve the Portland and Vancouver communities with clinical offices located throughout the metro area.
To learn more about Compass Oncology and its daily mission, please visit our website at https://compassoncology.com/
The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.