Employment

REPORTS TO: Business Manager located in St. Joseph Michigan

SUMMARY: Timely filing of all insurance claims, accurate follow-through and re-submission of denied claims, prompt posting of payments from insurance carriers, private pay and credit cards, checking eligibility and benefit verification, diligently working accounts receivable in a timely manner, and obtaining referral and pre-authorizations as required for procedures.

PRE-REQUISITES:
1. Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
2. High School Diploma required.

3. Demonstrates skills in verbal and written English communications to meet documentation standards.

4. Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement.

5. Previous ASC or hospital or medical practice billing experience required. Surgical billing experience preferred.

6. Basic understanding of ICD-10 codes and CPT medical billing codes.

7. Ability to multi-task and work courteously and respectfully with fellow employees and patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. File all insurance claims promptly, researches all denied claims and correctly re-submitting in a timely manner.

2. Accurately post insurance payments, monitoring fee schedules to make sure payment amounts are correct.

3. Act as liaison between the organization, the insurance companies, and the patient as needed by developing relationships with various insurance carrier provider reps for claims and policy updates.

4. Post all charges in a timely manner to coincide with month and year end reports.

5. Supports collection practices and policies.

6. Answer all telephone and written inquiries from either an insurance company or a patient.

7. Ability to maintain a calm temperament under stressful conditions and always present a professional manner and attitude.

8. Assists employees in job duties when the department is short or weak staffed.

9. Participate in all cross-training efforts within the department.

10. Supports and fills in for front office receptionist: Registers patients on the day of surgery and performs regular medical office functions.

11. Obtain referral and pre-authorizations as required for procedures.

12. Checking eligibility and benefit verification for treatments and procedures. Including notifying and explanation of payment due to patients prior to their scheduled procedure.

13. Works Accounts Receivable diligently; utilize monthly aging accounts receivable reports to follow up on unpaid claims over 30 days.

14. Work with patients to develop self-pay arrangements and payments plans.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a reception/office setting. Involves frequent telephone contact with patients, their families, medical staff, insurance companies and vendors. Work may be stressful at times. Interaction with others is a constant and interruptive. Contact involves dealing with sick and/or persons under high stress/anxiety. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Statement of Receipt of Job Description:
I attest to the fact I have received the job description for my position with Great Lakes Surgery Center. The position as it pertains to the job description was explained to me, I understand my responsibilities for this position and I am capable of performing the duties outlined.

For more information on the application please go to our website at:  http://www.greateyesurgery.com/

Our team of professionals provides the care we would expect our own family to receive when they need outpatient surgery.

Job Title: SURGICAL RN/O.R. Circulator / ENDO RN – FULL TIME

Job Summary: Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for all age patients in operating room. Provides care within nursing standards of practice and the policies of the Center. Makes decisions regarding direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate information to physicians, patients, family members, and personnel in other departments as well as team members. May have additional responsibilities as designated by Administrator the Clinical Director, which include, but are not limited to, serving on committees, participating in quality improvement audits and projects.

Further details will be provided to Interested parties whom are asked to submit their resume by August 24, 2018

Clarkston Surgery Center
5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 145
Clarkston, MI 48346

Attn: Carrie Bradish cbradish@uspi.com, Fax 248-241-6647
www.clarkstonsurgerycenter.com

The Eye Surgery Center of Michigan located in Troy is seeking a full-time, experienced Registrar for its high paced Ambulatory Surgery Center.

Candidate must be professional, organized and motivated with excellent customer service and communication skills. Responsibilities include greeting customers, managing demographic and financial information, collecting financial responsibility and interacting with multiple customers including physician offices.

HS diploma required. Healthcare experience highly preferred. Excellent compensation and benefit package. Please submit resume to jobs@eyesurgerycentermi.com

Job Summary:
Coordinates Operating Room activities by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following; other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinates the Operating Room staffing with the Clinical Director.
• Directs the operating Room traffic to demonstrate adherence to principles of environmental safety and infection control.
• Directs the adherence of safe electrical practices in the Operating Room environment.
• Directs the adherence of aseptic/sterile technique and Standard/Transmission Precautions in the Operating Room environment.
• Directs the safe use, operation, cleaning and maintenance of surgical equipment
• Directs the adherence of safe practices for reducing radiological exposure in the Operating Room environment.
• Clinical resource for perioperative services staff members using evidence-based knowledge and prevailing standards.
• Assists Clinical Director with evaluating current practice through quality and performance improvement measures.
• Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills with members of the perioperative team and other team members.
• Uses effective conflict resolution techniques.
• Assist Clinical Director with compliance of the surgery center with state licensure, Medicare certification and AAAHC accreditation standards.

Qualifications:
Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Currently licensed in the state.  CPR required, advanced life support certification required.  5 years’ experience required intra-operative setting.  Demonstrates clinical competency, leadership, and teaching capabilities. Physically and emotionally capable of performing responsibilities of position.  Past Coordinator experience preferred.

Job Behavior:
Reflective of Mission Statement: USPI’s mission is to provide first–class surgical services for the local community in a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment; one in which we would be happy to treat our own families.

Demonstrates ability to work as a team member and to communicate directly and professionally. Is flexible, reliable, productive, patient-oriented, and self-motivated. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.  Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.  He/she is able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for an infant, adolescent, adult, or geriatric patient.  Maintains professional conduct and appearance.

Qualified parties are asked to submit resume to cbradish@uspi.com or fax to 248-241-6647

www.clarkstonsurgerycenter.com

POSITION TITLE:
Business Office Float

CLASSIFICATION:
Part Time

Clarkston Surgery Center is seeking a Business Office Float.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Business Office Float performs a wide variety of business office functions according to the operational needs of the facility.

The ideal candidate will possess outstanding multi-tasking and communication skills, work cohesively as a part of a team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Our Mission is to provide first class surgical services for the local community in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment; one in which we would be happy to treat our own families.

Please contact Carrie Bradish cbradish@uspi.com ph 248-922-4808 fax 248-2341—6647 for more information.

JOB TITLE:
R.N. PRE-OP & PACU , PRN/Contingent

CLASSIFICATION:
PRN

POSITION SUMMARY:
In addition to the general duties performed by any R.N./L.V.N., the nurse in the Recovery room is responsible for the delivery of quality professional nursing care to the post-anesthesia patient.  He/She assists in maintaining the overall function of the recovery room and assists in the pre-op area as needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Renders professional quality care to post-anesthesia patients in the PACU, based upon knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age of the patient served.

Our Mission is to provide first class surgical services for the local community in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment; one in which we would be happy to treat our own families.

Please contact Carrie Bradish cbradish@uspi.com ph 248-922-4808 fax 248-2341—6647 for more information.

The Sterile Processing Technician cares for and maintains all surgical instrumentation and sets up supplies and instruments for surgery cases.

Required Skills

• Must be a Certified Sterile Processing
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 2-3 year’s experience as Instrument Room Technician.
• Experience with all types of sterilizers.
• Knows operating room instrumentation.
• Organized in setting up operating room instrument tray.
• Understands operation of steam/ gravity sterilizer.
• Ability to prepare reports and keep records.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required.

Please email resume to:
dfin@glbsurgery.com

Newly opened, multi-specialty, surgery center in Mt. Pleasant, MI, is seeking an Director of Nursing for 1 OR, 2 Procedure Room facility. Candidate will direct, supervise, and coordinate overall clinical operations. Must be an RN licensed in Michigan; prefer experience in ASC environment including regulatory, accreditation, and operational standards. Strong verbal and writing communication skills. LOCAL CANDIDATES PREFERRED.

Send cover letter and resume to:
jobs@mtpleasantsurgery.com

Great Lakes Bay Surgery and Endoscopy Center
4228 Bay City Rd
Midland, MI 48642

POSITION TITLE:
Operating Room Nurse Manager, Multi-specialty Ambulatory Surgery Center

POSITION REPORTS TO:
Administrator

MINIMUM SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• 4 or more years of operating room management experience required, with 2 or more years’ experience in an ambulatory surgery center setting preferred.
• Excellent leadership skills for a fast-paced, growing operating room environment.
• Positive attitude and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Flexible and able to prioritize.
• Ideal candidate has strong experience in a Multi-specialty Surgery Center setting.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Current Michigan R.N. License.
• Current ACLS, and BLS. A PALS certificate a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with a team.
• Extensive operating room skills and experience assuring quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible and accountable for overseeing the delivery of safe, effective, patient care in the operating room.
• Coordinates the activities of the operating room and sterile processing.
• Expected to have a strong presence in the operating room and circulate for surgeries when needed.
• Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization by emphasizing customer service, acting as a patient advocate and maintaining privacy and confidentiality of all appropriate information.
• Makes daily staffing assignments for the operating room and sterile processing department personnel, assuring that all operating rooms have appropriate staff assigned. Supervises nurses, surgical techs, and sterile processing staff.
• Monitors time and attendance of staff and ensures that all staff have appropriate breaks and lunches.
• Assists operative personnel in verifying that appropriate personnel, equipment, and supplies are available and information is documented. Stays up-to-date on the most current regulations and instituting changes as they occur
• Works collaboratively with perioperative and radiology personnel in evaluating team practice and creating strategies for continual delivery of safe and effective patient centered care.
• Works collaboratively with perioperative staff to deliver total joint program services for total knee and total hip procedure patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge of AORN standards and recommended practices.  Adheres to State and CMS standards to maintain a sterile and safe environment in the OR.  Responsible for observing and maintaining the integrity of the sterile field.
• Verifies that educational resources are available for operative services personnel and holds personnel accountable for compliance with established standards. Shares knowledge via participation in staff training activities.
• Demonstrates effective communication, consultation, negotiation, and collaboration skills with members of the perioperative and administrative teams.
• Exhibits professional, interpersonal, and communication skills. Uses effective conflict resolution techniques.
• Verifies departmental compliance with organizational policies and procedures and regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Pursues professional growth by sharing knowledge, attending, and being involved in professional organizations.
• Attends staff meetings monthly.
• Collaborates with medical staff and Materials Coordinator regarding supply and equipment needs.
• Responsible to report to Medical Director, Administrator, Medical Executive Committee and Governing Board at designated intervals all related operational information.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Leadership: Must be able to lead the operative clinical team by keeping them motivated, engaged, and aligned with the center’s goals.
• Physician Relationships: Must be able to develop professional, positive and working relationships with physicians on staff. Works closely with the Medical Director, Administrator and Scheduler to assure patient safety and flow.
• Problem Solver: Possess the ability to identify the underlying issues related to an issue (root cause), develop a framework from which to solve it, provide solution options, and execute on the plan. Ability to “own” the issue until it gets resolved.
• Communication: The ability to articulate issues, action plans/next step when an issue or problem arises and keep management team informed of the issue.
• Key Programs: Knowledgeable of regulatory (CMS/JCAHO) requirements pertaining the operation of ASC operating suites and ensure ongoing facility compliance in the operating room setting. Ensures that the operating room areas, decontamination and central supply areas are prepared for CMS Certification. Leads the Center’s Infection Control Program and serves as a member of the QAPI Program.
• Job Type: Full-time

Please email resumes to Tracy:
tbrindley@glbsurgery.com

Clarkston Surgery Center is seeking an experienced Surgical RN.

This position is listed as PRN, with candidate availability on an “as needed” basis.

Our team of professionals provides the care we expect our own families to receive when they require outpatient surgery. Interested parties who share these beliefs, please send your resume to mvandermeulen@uspi.com by January 15, 2018.

Job Summary
Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for all age patients in operating room. Provides care within nursing standards of practice and the policies of the Center. Makes decisions regarding direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate information to physicians, patients, family members, and personnel in other departments as well as team members.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Knows and adheres to policies of the Center and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
• Follows standards, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for peri-operative nursing care according to accepted standards.
• Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge in aseptic technique, proper scrub technique, cleaning and preparation of equipment, and operating room.
• Oversees the Management of the OR room including: patient safety, equipment, supplies, instruments, sterile technique, OR traffic patterns, and ensuring policies and procedures are followed.
• Assists Anesthesia throughout the OR Procedure
• Demonstrates ability to understand the unique needs of each age group of the patient population.
• Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens and body fluids.
• Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior.
• Uses good body mechanics and aseptic technique.
• Remains calm and functions as a team leader (along with Anesthesia) during times of stress and in crisis situations.
• Directs and oversees the counts: sponges, needles, and instruments with the Scrub Personnel.
• Informs Manager of applicable day-to-day situations.
• Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies.
• Physical Demands: Shall be physically able to stand, walk, and maintain varied body motions and positions for long periods of time.  Demonstrates manual dexterity.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The employee shall be able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or tools.  The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  Shall be able to hear and speak.  Shall be able to move up to 100 pounds.

Qualifications
Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Currently licensed in the state of Michigan.  BLS required.   Physically and emotionally capable of performing responsibilities of position.

Job Behavior
Demonstrates ability to work as a team member and to communicate directly and professionally. Is flexible, reliable, productive, patient-oriented, and self-motivated. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.  Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.  He/she is able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for an infant, adolescent, adult, or geriatric patient.  Maintains professional conduct and appearance.

Required Experience
One year experience required intra-operative setting, preferred Ambulatory Surgery Setting.  Demonstrates clinical competency, leadership, and teaching capabilities.

Carrie Bradish, Business Office Manager
Clarkston Surgery Center
5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 145
Clarkston, MI 48346
Main: 248-922-4800
Direct: 248-922-4808
Fax: 248-241-6647
Email: cbradish@uspi.com

Clarkston Surgery Center is seeking Certified Surgical Technician.

This position is listed as Part-time.

Our team of professionals provides the care we expect our own families to receive when they require outpatient surgery.

Interested parties who share these beliefs, please send your resume to mvandermeulen@uspi.com by January 15, 2018.

Job Summary
Assists the surgical team before, during, and after the surgical procedure.  Provides patient care within the prevailing state standards of practice and according to the policies of the facility. Prepares equipment and supplies prior to the case.  Communicates appropriate information to other team members. Helps maintain equipment, supplies, and general cleanliness of the unit. May have additional responsibilities designated by the manager, which may include, but are not limited to providing patient care in other peri-operative departments, serving on committees, and participating in quality improvement projects.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Knows and adheres to policies of the Center and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
• Follows standards, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for peri-operative nursing care according to accepted standards.
• Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge in aseptic technique, proper scrub technique, cleaning and preparation of equipment, and operating room.
• Has equipment and instrumentation prepared and is ready for the case to begin when the patient is brought into the room.
• Demonstrates ability to understand the unique needs of each age group of the patient population.
• Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens and body fluids.
• Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior.
• Uses good body mechanics and aseptic technique.
• Remains calm and functions as a team member during times of stress and in crisis situations.
• Counts sponges, needles, and instruments at the direction of the R.N. in charge of the room.
• Informs Manager of applicable day-to-day situations.
• Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies.
• Physical Demands: Shall be physically able to stand, walk, and maintain varied body motions and positions for long periods of time.  Demonstrates manual dexterity.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The employee shall be able to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools.  The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  Shall be able to hear and speak. Shall be able to move up to 100 pounds.

Qualifications
High school graduate, CST or six months experience.  Certification preferred, current CPR.  Demonstrates necessary clinical competency.

Job Behavior
Demonstrates ability to work as a team member and to communicate directly and professionally.  Is flexible, reliable, productive, patient-oriented, and self-motivated.  Portrays Center in a positive light to others.  Avoids being involved in gossip spreading or conversations that promote discord of staff members.  Maintains professional conduct and appearance.

Carrie Bradish, Business Office Manager
Clarkston Surgery Center
5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 145
Clarkston, MI 48346
Main: 248-922-4800
Direct: 248-922-4808
Fax: 248-241-6647
Email: cbradish@uspi.com

Clarkston Surgery Center is seeking an experienced Materials Manager, full-time with benefits

Our team of professionals provides the care we expect our own families to receive when they require outpatient surgery. Interested parties who share these beliefs, please send your resume to Julie Ruzicka, Administrator jruzicka@uspi.com no later than December 1, 2017.

Job Summary
Under minimal supervision, this position implements and administers the facility purchasing process

Essential job duties and expectations include:

• Accurate ordering & On-time Deliveries of supplies and equipment using the facility procurement system while adhering to USPI processes and procedures.
• Maintain Inventory Database Standards
• Manage Internal Controls through established USPI Policies & Procedures
• Achieve Targeted DMI and Case Costing Amounts
• Implement and Track

Qualifications:

• High school graduate, College graduate strongly preferred
• Certified Surgical Technician and/or minimum of 5-10 years MM experience
• Current CPR license
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Demonstrated necessary clinical competency
• Good in the Microsoft Product Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc)
• Experience in materials management in a surgical setting strongly preferred

Demonstrates the ability to work as a team member and to effectively communicate   professionally to peers, superiors and subordinates.  MUST possess the following characteristics:

• High Level of Integrity
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Customer-orientated
• Highly Self-motivated

Verdier Eye Center and East Paris Surgical Center – Grand Rapids, MI
$80,000 a year

Job Title
Administrator

Reports To
Owner

Summary of Responsibilities
Responsible for the day-to-day business affairs of a busy medical practice and surgery center to achieve corporate objectives as stated in the mission statement. Large portion of this position is overseeing financials for two small healthcare businesses including oversight of two supervisors whom directly manage the 75+employees.

Relocation assistance available.

Financial Responsibilities/Duties

• Direct and manage the day-to-day aspects of the business and clinical side of the clinical practice, including patient scheduling, billing, collecting, insurance processing, purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, monthly accounting, and daily cash management, including inventory, expense reporting and other internal controls.
• Assure maximum reimbursement for medical and surgical services rendered by clinic physicians and other health professionals.
• Monitor third party payments, use of diagnostic and procedural coding. Work with Medicare, Medicaid and third party carriers as necessary to process claims.
• Review fees and make recommendations for change. Implement all regulations and clinic policies pertaining to billing, allocation of payments, collections, write-offs, etc.
• Answer questions doctors may have about claim payments and the operations of the clinic.

Personnel Responsibilities/Duties

• Oversee office supervisors recruiting and orientation programs for employees. Oversee office supervisor closely with doctors and employee relations/ terminations.
• Insure associates’ understanding of mission and objectives and importance of attitude, attendance, accuracy, appearance, aptitude in achieving our objectives.
• Seek associates input regarding clinic operations, policies and procedures. Resolve concerns and grievances.
• Delegate to and empower associates to achieve patient satisfaction within operating policies.
  Implement personnel policies.

Patient and Referring Physician Satisfaction Responsibilities/Duties

• Make recommendations for improving patient satisfaction.
• Monitor and insure satisfactory appointment scheduling system.

Medical Records Responsibilities/Duties

• Ensure the proper preparation, documentation, storage and distribution of medical

Records

• Ensure the confidentiality of medical records.
• Ensure that policies are followed regarding copying and dissemination of medical records.

Resource Utilization and Marketing

• Manage the day to day utilization of clinic business resources to achieve optimal

Efficiency and effectiveness in all areas, including personnel, facilities, equipment, records, supplies and capital.

• Arrange for facilities and equipment maintenance and repair as necessary
• Monitor the purchasing of supplies and services to assure that the clinic is obtaining the most competitive prices.
• Maintain a clinic forms management program to obtain maximum price discounts and economies in forms purchasing.
• Continuing credentialing of doctors with insurance plans and hospitals.
• Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of the management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

Minimum Education Requirements

• A Bachelors degree in business or related area is required.
• A Masters degree in business or related area is preferred but not required.
• Minimum Background Requirements

Management experience in medical group practice required
The applicant must have a working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial insurance, managed care and must have basic financial skills and sufficient knowledge of accounting to direct the daily operations.

Minimum Demonstrated Skills

• Must have experience with quick books.
• Must have experience with accounts payables and payroll.
• Demonstrated excellence in management, leadership and organizational skills
• Demonstrated excellence in communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively convey ideas and conformation
• Creative idea generating individual with excellent follow through abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
• Must be able to willing to achieve goals with tenacity, compassion and a sense of humor
• Must have demonstrated ability to successfully work with physician and office personnel
  The American with Disabilities Act requires that responsible accommodations be made for qualified individuals to help perform the required duties and tasks of the position. Please let us know at the time that you apply for the position if you will need any special accommodations.

Job Type:
Full-time

Salary:
$80,000.00 /year

Required education:
Bachelor’s

Required experience:
Medical Manager: 5 years

Required language:
English

Required license or certification:
Driver’s License

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