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University Orthopaedic Associates, a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons, each with subspecialty training, offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting full-time opportunity for you to join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in our Somerset office.

To qualify, you must be a state licensed LPN or RN. A minimum of one (1) year of previous orthopedic nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities: LPN/ RN will assist the Physician, Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistants in various aspects of patients’ medical treatment and care. LPN or RN will maintain the exam rooms and equipment and ensure the orderly flow of the physician’s patient schedule. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting area to the exam room; prepares patient for their examination or treatment; obtains pertinent medical information from patient
• Assist physician in the removal & application of casts, change dressings, remove staples & sutures, & ultrasound machines
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms; maintain clean treatment areas and exam rooms
• Responds to & triages incoming telephone calls; instructs patient and family regarding treatment
• Performs patient education when appropriate
• Replenish supplies in stock rooms and pharmaceutical supplies and samples as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality; adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Keep medical records in accordance with procedures and forms

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University Orthopaedic Associates; A Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons, each with sub-specialty training, offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting full time opportunity available for you to join our team as an Athletic Trainer (ATC). This position is in our Somerset Office.  To qualify, you must be a state licensed Athletic Trainer (ATC). A minimum of one (1) year of previous Orthopedic Athletic Trainer (ATC) experience is preferred.

Responsibilities: The Athletic Trainer (ATC) will assist the Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in various aspects of patients’ medical treatment and care. The Athletic Trainer (ATC) will maintain the exam rooms and equipment and ensure the orderly flow of the physician’s patient schedule. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting area to the exam room; prepares patient for their examination or treatment; obtains pertinent medical information from patient
• Assist physician in the removal & application of casts, change dressings, remove staples & sutures, & ultrasound machines
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms; maintain clean treatment areas and exam rooms
• Responds to & triages incoming telephone calls; instructs patient and family regarding treatment
• Performs patient education, when appropriate
• Replenish supplies in stock rooms and pharmaceutical supplies and samples as needed
• Maintain patient confidentiality; adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Keep medical records in accordance with procedures and forms

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The Center for Rehabilitation and Sports Excellence at UOA is looking for a full time Physical Therapist for our Somerset location. 

The qualified candidate should have one (1) or more years of experience to be considered for the open position at our Somerset facility. A recent graduate will be considered. 

We are seeking a professional individual of high character, a great work ethic with flexibility in scheduling and a willingness to learn with a commitment to excellence.

In this full-time position, you would be required to work rotating evenings with alternating day scheduling. Also, candidates must have a valid New Jersey Physical Therapy License and a Master’s or Doctorate Degree from an accredited University.

University Orthopaedic Associates offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.

University Orthopaedic Associates – a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons each subspecialty trained offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

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University Orthopaedic Associates – a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopaedic practice seeking an experienced Manager of Clinical Services to help us grow.

Principal responsibilities include operations, managing of staff and resources, and maintaining compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulations. The role establishes quality improvement efforts to support the delivery of patient and family focused care and knowledge-based decision making as the framework for superior delivery of care. The Manger of Clinical Services facilitates communication, coordination, and collaboration among staff regarding identification, planning, and provision of high quality, cost-effective care. The Clinical Manager is a resource within the institution.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Recruit, hire and coordinate the training of new clinical and radiology staff members
• Direct and evaluate the department’s workforce in terms of overall staffing and scheduling
• Lead the day-to-day operation and coordination of patient care services.
• Lead the clinic to improve patient, provider, and staff satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to increase quality, safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Identify indicators to measure, evaluate, and improve care.
• Develop a strong, collaborative relationship with the clinic physicians
• Manage staff by assigning and delegating tasks as needed
• Develop protocols and procedures to improve staff productivity
• Act as a liaison between patients, their families, and staff
• Perform annual employee reviews and provide constructive feedback on their performance to help them meet professional goals
• Ensure that all policies and procedures function in accordance with state and federal laws

Qualifications:

• 5+ years prior experience working in a clinical or healthcare setting (Orthopaedic experience preferred)
• Clinical licensed professional to include RN, NP, or PA
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical thinking skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement when making decisions
• Must be customer service oriented and prepared to liaise with patients, their families and other care providers
• Extremely organized and detail oriented
• Ability to delegate tasks as needed

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University Orthopaedic Associates, a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons, each with sub-specialty training, offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting full time opportunity for you to join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in our Somerset/ Avenel offices.

To qualify, you must be a state licensed LPN or RN. A minimum of one (1) year of previous orthopedic nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities: LPN/ RN will assist the Physician, Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistants in various aspects of patients’ medical treatment and care. LPN or RN will maintain the exam rooms and equipment and ensure the orderly flow of the physician’s patient schedule. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting area to the exam room; prepares patient for their examination or treatment; obtains pertinent medical information from patient.
• Assist physician in the removal & application of casts, change dressings, remove staples & sutures, & ultrasound machines.
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms; maintain clean treatment areas and exam rooms.
• Responds to & triages incoming telephone calls; instructs patient and family regarding treatment.
• Performs patient education when appropriate
• Replenish supplies in stock rooms and pharmaceutical supplies and samples as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality; adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Keep medical records in accordance with procedures and forms

Apply Now!

University Orthopaedic Associates – a Division of Ortho NJ, is a leading private orthopaedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopaedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with subspecialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team in our Somerset Office as a Full-Time Patient Coordinator.

Qualified Candidates must have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of (2) years of previous experience in a hospital or physician office setting
• Knowledge of managed care referral/ pre-certification procedures
• Medical, orthopedic terminology a plus
• Experience working with confidential patient records and EMR systems

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Schedule appointments based on company policies and procedures. Candidate will be required to proofread and maintain accuracy at all levels of the appointment process
• Verify patient’s Insurance benefit, eligibility and referral process
• Scanning documents into patient chart through Phoenix EMR.
• Faxing documents as needed
• Accessing documents from several hospital systems
• Confirmation of appointments
• Greeting patients upon their arrival. Guide new patients (NP) through the registration process, ensuring all new patient packets are completed in their entirety, signed and initialed where required, and that copies of insurance cards and picture ID’s are scanned correctly in the EMR. Review all insurance and demographic information with returning patients and enter all changes in system. Yearly renewal of HIPAA and abbreviated intake sheet is required of all patients.
• Posting charges, collecting co-pays, close and reconcile at the close of each day
• Cross training on the clinical side as well as PT/ OT coverage

In this highly visible role, you will be interacting with patients, families and health care providers. Excellent communication skills, writing and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to multitask. Bilingual is a plus.

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University Orthopaedic Associates – a Division of Ortho NJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with subspecialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Somerset Team as a Full-Time Appointment Scheduler.

To qualify for the Appointment Scheduler position, candidates must have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience
• Knowledge of hospital/ physician billing system – (a plus)
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Knowledge of healthcare terminology (medical/ orthopaedic beneficial)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

The Appointment Scheduler’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Answer phone calls and e-mails, greeting patients and prospective patients and reminding them of upcoming appointments
• Accurately scheduling appointments for patient consultations, procedures and visits with medical personnel
• Liaise and coordinate with healthcare professionals about schedules, patients and any changes
• Resolve scheduling conflicts as they occur

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University Orthopaedic Associates, a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with sub specialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting full time opportunity to join our team in our Somerset office as an experienced Insurance Representative.

To qualify, you must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Candidates must also have a minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience with billing and coding. Orthopedic experience is strongly preferred. Proficient medical terminology is required, orthopedic and or physical/occupational therapy a plus. Bilingual is a plus.

We are looking for a dynamic individual with experience in billing, coding and accounts receivable. This position will be responsible for posting payments to patient accounts and handling the billing & collections for our orthopedic surgeons. Within this position, the successful candidate will be expected to review accounts for proper charge posting, manage claim edits, correct claims adjustments, post payments, handle patient questions/concerns in regards to their accounts and work the physician A/R.

Overview of Position Responsibilities:

• Strong working knowledge of computer systems, with experience in windows-based systems and Microsoft Office
• Experience with medical practice billing software required
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding and electronic billing required
• Ability to Multitask and Detail oriented
• Ability to answer phone calls and address patient account inquiries, calculate adjustments, insurance percentages for coinsurance, etc.
• Prioritize delinquent accounts for review
• Understand insurance benefits coverage as well as verify insurance eligibility and coverage for patients when applicable
• Knowledge of Stop Losses
• Establish financial agreements and payment plans when required
• Schedule patient appointments as needed
• Allscripts PRO PM/ Phoenix EMR system experience (a plus)

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University Orthopaedic Associates, a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons, each subspecialty trained, offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have a full-time opportunity for you to join our Somerset Insurance Team as a Payment Poster and Ins. Special Projects Coordinator in our Somerset Office.

Our Insurance Department is in search of a Payment Poster to oversee payment intake and post payment reconciliation processes. In this role, you will manually and electronically process and post a high volume of billing statements while updating account adjustments and keeping records of account standings. Our ideal candidate has at least one year (1) of experience working in accounts receivables, with remittance processing, or in a similar orthopaedic medical billing/ customer service role.

Responsibilities

• Accept payments and process billing statements
• Keep track of payment deposits from patients and insurance reconciling details
• Prepare payment batches
• Conduct audits for billing cycles
• Assess explanation of benefits (EOBs) from insurance companies and distribute to corresponding insurance representative
• Keep accurate billing records and report any discrepancies to accounting
• Post incoming CR of checks/ credit cards/ EFTs and adjustments on a daily basis
• Compute total bill showing amounts to be paid by insurance company and total due by patient
• Prove daily payments and reconcile batch at the end of the day
• Return checks for duplicate payment by insurance and patient
• Understanding Allscripts (EMR) payment posting processes, voids, and account views
• Review account for accuracy
• Identify accounts with errors other outstanding dates of service discrepancies, and second insurance issues
• Further issues requiring more attention will be brought to the corresponding representative for resolution at the time of account review
• Reconciling accounts out of balance, moving patient credits as needed, analyzing when insurance credits or over adjustments are on the accounts
• Moving over the Payerpath remittances daily to ensure ease of posting for primary payment poster and insurance reps
• Scanning insurance EOBs daily
• Scanning misc insurance scans daily
• Assisting with No Fault precertification submissions
• Comply with all Federal and State laws governing HIPAA and collections
• Schedule appointments as needed when overflow from scheduling department requires insurance assistance (training will be provided on scheduling)
• Coverage at the switchboard when needed (training will be provided on the switchboard)
• Tally insurance checks on heavy days (Mondays)
• Assist with community of care requests when needed
• Follow-up on self-pay accounts, prepare accounts for collections when needed
• Assist with misc projects as assigned by management
• Perform other job related responsibilities as requested

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Associate or bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• At least 1 year of experience in a related billing or clerical position
• Ability to process a high volume of work
• Knowledge of EOBs
• Data entry, typing skills, and MS Office knowledge
•  Attention to detail

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University Orthopaedic Associates – a Division of Ortho NJ, is a leading private orthopaedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopaedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with subspecialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Somerset Office as a Full-Time Insurance Support Admin.

Qualified Candidates must have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of (1) years of previous experience in a hospital or physician office setting
• Medical, orthopedic terminology a plus
• Experience working with confidential patient records and EMR systems

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•  Scanning of travels as well as insurance documentation 
• Sorting of outgoing mail 
• Data entry 
• Greet all patients and visitors with a friendly and professional demeanor
• Provide support to colleagues and organizing documents 
• Run worker’s compensation daily reports, retrieve Qnotes, fax to adjusters and nurse case managers, note chart, and also frequent scanning into charts 
• Process no-fault DME APTP forms as requested and then fax over to insurance companies, in addition to scanning them into the system, recording the decisions from insurance companies 
• Run no-fault daily reports, check the system to see who needs precertification, process the APTP forms, fax over to insurance company, scan into system, record decision from insurance company into system      

In this role, you will be interacting with patients, families and the Insurance team.  Excellent communication skills, writing and interpersonal skills are required. Attention to detail is a must and the ability to multitask and follow-up is important.

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University Orthopaedic Associates; a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopaedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with sub-specialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting full-time opportunity to join our Team in our Somerset Office as a Physician Administrative Assistant.

To qualify for this role, you must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Proficient medical terminology is required, orthopaedic is a plus. Bilingual is a benefit.

In this highly visible role, the successful candidate will be interacting with patients, families and health care providers. Excellent communication skills, writing and interpersonal skills are required. The successful candidate will be responsible to schedule surgical procedures with patients, coordinate with hospitals/ surgi-centers, provide coverage as needed for the department, ensure PAA supplies and equipment are properly stocked and in working condition, provide high level of customer service, quality care for all patients, vendors & other doctors, maintain doctor’s master schedules, answer calls, and respond to emails and faxes in a timely manner.

Brief Overview of Position Responsibilities:

• Strong working knowledge of computer systems, with experience in windows-based systems and Microsoft Office
• Ability to multitask and detail oriented
• Surgical scheduling with patients and coordination with hospital or surgical center
• Ensuring proper equipment & vendors are booked for surgery
• Point of contact and liaison for patients, other physicians, etc when the physician(s) is not in the office
• Coordinate meetings with vendors and doctors as needed; schedule video depositions as requested by attorneys
• Maintain accuracy of physician schedule changes and notify all affected
• Assist in identifying documents and surgical codes in Surgimate that need to be corrected/ changed
• Schedule appointments as needed for existing and post-operative patients
• Assist in providing PAA items of concern for weekly meetings
• Ability to answer phone calls, emails and faxes with the ability to complete correspondence regarding work notes, jury duty requests, etc
• Verify billing sheet are entered appropriately and submitted for posting in a timely manner
• Assist in collecting insurance and demographic information for patients
• Maintain physician CME credits, license renewals/ recertification requirements, organizing/ submitting invoices for MD check requests
• Other job related duties as required

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University Orthopaedic Associates – A Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons, each with subspecialty training, offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Princeton Team as a part time Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.

To qualify, you must be a state licensed LPN or RN. A minimum of one (1) year of previous orthopedic nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities: LPN/ RN will assist the Physician, Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistants in various aspects of patients’ medical treatment and care. LPN or RN will maintain the exam rooms and equipment and ensure the orderly flow of the physician’s patient schedule. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting area to the exam room; prepares patient for their examination or treatment; obtains pertinent medical information from patient
• Assist physician in the removal & application of casts, change dressings, remove staples & sutures, & ultrasound machines
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms; maintain clean treatment areas and exam rooms
• Responds to & triages incoming telephone calls; instructs patient and family regarding treatment
• Performs patient education when appropriate
• Replenish supplies in stock rooms and pharmaceutical supplies and samples as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality; adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Keep medical records in accordance with procedures and forms

Apply Now!

University Orthopaedic Associates – A Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons, each with subspecialty training, offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity available for you to join our Princeton Team as part time Athletic Trainer (ATC).  To qualify, you must be a state licensed Athletic Trainer (ATC). A minimum of one (1) year of previous Orthopedic Athletic Trainer (ATC) experience is preferred.

Responsibilities: The Athletic Trainer (ATC) will assist the Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in various aspects of patients’ medical treatment and care. The Athletic Trainer (ATC) will maintain the exam rooms and equipment and ensure the orderly flow of the physician’s patient schedule. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting area to the exam room; prepares patient for their examination or treatment; obtains pertinent medical information from patient
• Assist physician in the removal & application of casts, change dressings, remove staples & sutures, & ultrasound machines
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms; maintain clean treatment areas and exam rooms
• Responds to & triages incoming telephone calls; instructs patient and family regarding treatment
• Performs patient education, when appropriate
• Replenish supplies in stock rooms and pharmaceutical supplies and samples as needed
• Maintain patient confidentiality; adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Keep medical records in accordance with procedures and forms

Apply Now!

University Orthopaedic Associates – a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading private orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with subspecialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team in our Wall Office as a Full-Time Patient Coordinator with potential coverage in our Morganville Office when coverage is needed.

Qualified Candidates must have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of (2) years of previous experience in a hospital or physician office setting
• Knowledge of managed care referral/ pre-certification procedures
• Medical, orthopedic terminology a plus
• Experience working with confidential patient records and EMR systems

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Schedule appointments based on company policies and procedures. This is a very detailed process. Candidate will be required to proofread and maintain accuracy at all levels of the appointment process
• Verify patient’s Insurance benefit, eligibility and referral process
• Scanning documents into patient chart through Phoenix EMR.
• Faxing documents as needed
• Accessing documents from several hospital systems
• Confirmation of appointments
• Greeting patients upon their arrival. Guide new patients (NP) through the registration process, ensuring all new patient packets are completed in their entirety, signed and initialed where required, and that copies of insurance cards and picture ID’s are scanned correctly in the EMR. Review all insurance and demographic information with returning patients and enter all changes in system. Yearly renewal of HIPAA and abbreviated intake sheet is required of all patients.
• Posting charges, collecting co-pays, close and reconcile at the close of each day
• Cross training on the clinical side as well as PT/ OT coverage

In this highly visible role, you will be interacting with patients, families and health care providers. Excellent communication skills, writing and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to multitask. Bilingual is a plus.

Apply Now!

University Orthopaedic Associates, a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopaedic care. Our board certified surgeons, each subspecialty trained, offering the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity available for you to join our team as a Full-Time PT/ OT Patient Coordinator in our Wall office. In this highly visible role, you will be interacting with patients, families and health care providers.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of (2) years experience in a hospital or physician billing system (required)
• Knowledge of healthcare and medical practice protocols related to scheduling appointments and managed care referral/ pre-certification procedures
• Medical, physical and occupational therapy terminology is required (orthopaedic a plus)
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and Internet use
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians/ clinicians about scheduling preferences
• Flexible schedule to potentially work all shifts (some evening hours required)

The successful candidate will be responsible to maintain records, physician orders, and obtain pertinent demographic information. The candidate will also be responsible for posting charges, close with reconciliation of the day, and scheduling appointments based on company policies and procedures.

Excellent communication skills, writing and interpersonal skills are required. Bilingual is a benefit.

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University Orthopaedic Associates – a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading private orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with subspecialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team in our Morganville Office as a Full-Time Patient Coordinator with potential coverage in our Wall Office when coverage is needed.

Qualified Candidates must have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of (2) years of previous experience in a hospital or physician office setting
• Knowledge of managed care referral/ pre-certification procedures
• Medical, orthopedic terminology a plus
• Experience working with confidential patient records and EMR systems

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Schedule appointments based on company policies and procedures. This is a very detailed process. Candidate will be required to proofread and maintain accuracy at all levels of the appointment process
• Verify patient’s Insurance benefit, eligibility and referral process
• Scanning documents into patient chart through Phoenix EMR.
• Faxing documents as needed
• Accessing documents from several hospital systems
• Confirmation of appointments
• Greeting patients upon their arrival. Guide new patients (NP) through the registration process, ensuring all new patient packets are completed in their entirety, signed and initialed where required, and that copies of insurance cards and picture ID’s are scanned correctly in the EMR. Review all insurance and demographic information with returning patients and enter all changes in system. Yearly renewal of HIPAA and abbreviated intake sheet is required of all patients.
• Posting charges, collecting co-pays, close and reconcile at the close of each day
• Cross training on the clinical side as well as PT/ OT coverage

In this highly visible role, you will be interacting with patients, families and health care providers. Excellent communication skills, writing and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to multitask. Bilingual is a plus.

Apply Now!

University Orthopaedic Associates – a Division of Ortho NJ, is a leading private orthopaedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopaedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with subspecialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team in our Avenel Office as a Full-Time Patient Coordinator.

Qualified Candidates must have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of (2) years of previous experience in a hospital or physician office setting
• Knowledge of managed care referral/ pre-certification procedures
• Medical, orthopedic terminology a plus
• Experience working with confidential patient records and EMR systems

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Schedule appointments based on company policies and procedures. Candidate will be required to proofread and maintain accuracy at all levels of the appointment process
• Verify patient’s Insurance benefit, eligibility and referral process
• Scanning documents into patient chart through Phoenix EMR.
• Faxing documents as needed
• Accessing documents from several hospital systems
• Confirmation of appointments
• Greeting patients upon their arrival. Guide new patients (NP) through the registration process, ensuring all new patient packets are completed in their entirety, signed and initialed where required, and that copies of insurance cards and picture ID’s are scanned correctly in the EMR. Review all insurance and demographic information with returning patients and enter all changes in system. Yearly renewal of HIPAA and abbreviated intake sheet is required of all patients.
• Posting charges, collecting co-pays, close and reconcile at the close of each day
• Cross training on the clinical side as well as PT/ OT coverage

In this highly visible role, you will be interacting with patients, families and healthcare providers. Excellent communication skills, writing and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to multitask. Bilingual is a plus.

Apply Now!