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Outpatient Administrative Specialist

  • Syracuse
  • Administrative, Secretarial & Clerical
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Aug 4 2026
  • Upstate Cancer Ctr-Community
  • State of New York
  • TH Staff Assistant 2, NSSL1
  • 90220
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
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Job Summary:

The Outpatient Administrative Specialist will perform the standardized patient check-in and check-out procedures such as entering and verifying demographic, insurance and financial information and generating routine forms and other documentation. Also responsible for completion of FMLA and Disability forms as needed. Responsible for the processing of incoming/outgoing patient appointment referrals for all providers. In addition, will schedule complex multiple provider appointments. Will provide administrative support to ambulatory patient care functions. Will collect patient co-pays, manage denial process and assist with other Front Desk tasks. Works with/advises patients on insurance carrier requirements including services not covered and obtains documentation. Responsible for understanding the need for ABN's and Waiver of Liability. The Outpatient Administrative Specialist will answer calls, and obtain insurance authorizations as needed. Will prioritize incoming mail, faxes and correspondence. Accepts assignments to other areas as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree and two years of relevant patient financial/insurance services experience in a healthcare related setting or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Working knowledge of medical terminology, familiarity with medical coding and excellent written/oral communication skills required. Ability to multitask all support roles in a high volume setting. Excellent phone and in-person customer service, strong computer skills, and keyboarding are necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge of computer systems such as Epic, Word, Outlook, etc. and Understanding of insurances and referrals, preferred.

Work Days:

M - F Days

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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