Insurance and Medical Appointment Assistant - Sports Medicine

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Position Number:

26202488

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Position Number:

26202488

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Title:

Administrative Assistant II

Functional Title:

Insurance and Medical Appointment Assistant - Sports Medicine

Category Status:

31-Nonexempt,Contingent 1

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.0

Unit:

VPSA-UHC-University Health Center

Hiring Range Minimum:

$19.42 per hour

Hiring Range Maximum:

$23.30 per hour

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

This position in the Sports Medicine Department in the University of Maryland Health Center will work within the Intercollegiate Athletic Department. The position will report directly to the Clinical Coordinator for Sports Medicine. The function of the Insurance and Medical Appointment Coordinator maintains and coordinates records of health insurance, the status of any insurance claims, and schedules appointments for all student-athletes in physical therapy and support the Clinical Coordinator.

Coordinate all activities related to filing student-athlete medical claims, ensure appropriate authorization (e.g. specifically for physical therapists), track current student-athlete insurance information, maintain up-to-date computer records, obtain medical releases, track insurance payments, assign accounts for payment, and collaborate with the

UHC

billing department.

Act as insurance liaison between providers, parents, student-athletes, and the insurance carrier as it concerns benefits coordination, payment of claims, and handling of all disputed athletic claims.

Schedule physical therapy sessions.

Coordinate third-party billing for athletic training and physical therapy services rendered in the athletic training room.

Assist in obtaining and verifying insurance data on all athletes, as well as determining eligibility for student health insurance.

Support the new 2023

NCAA

mandated cost reimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses during a student-athlete’s playing career for athletically related injuries for a minimum of two years following graduation or completion of athletics experience.

Support the student-athlete exit process for the new 2024

NCAA

Post-eligibility Injury Insurance Program.

Assist with student check-in for medical visits.

Serve as back up for Clinical Coordinator

Special Projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma or

GED

Experience:

3 years experience providing administrative support.

Applicants may be required to complete the institution’s required skills assessment to be considered. Some positions require specific skills such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, email or calendaring software, and Internet proficiency.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

General knowledge of and skill in the practical application of generally accepted office practices and procedures.

Ability to communicate effective both orally and in writing.

Ability to proofread and edit written documents.

Skill in various computer software packages, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation programs, Internet, email and calendaring software.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to interact effectively with internal and external parties in a courteous and efficient manner. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute multiple and continuing assignments with general instructions.

Other:

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Preferences:

Preferences:

Computer skills and aptitude for utilizing database and word processing software.

Prior experience with insurance coding and claims processing

essential.

Medical Assistant credential.

Medical office experience.

Ability to communicate clearly with the public either by phone or in person. This position requires strong customer service orientation and a willingness to negotiate payment of insurance claims.

Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.

Ability to operate office equipment such as a calculator, computer terminal, photocopier, and fax machine.

Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with staff, student-athletes, and parents.

Comply with

NCAA

, Big Ten, and University rules and regulations including participation in rules compliance education.

Additional Certifications:

Additional Information:

Ability to work onsite 5 days a week in a medical office setting.

Posting Date:

02/06/2024

Closing Date:

02/20/2024

Open Until Filled

No

Best Consideration Date

Physical Demands

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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