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Performs collection functions for First Physician Group. Reviews charges and verifies appropriate usage of modifiers, CPT-4, ICD-9 and ICD-10 code ensure appropriate reimbursement. Analyzes and corrects claims to ensure accurate and timely claims submission. Sets up account for Client Services and collects past due balances. Responsible for resubmission of claims for additional reimbursement and/or appealing said claims with timely follow up. Responsible for calculating and posting contractual allowances accurately and timely keeping the AR to a minimum. Responsible for incoming and outgoing mail. Researches and answers customer’s questions regarding billing disputes. Interacts with FPG Physicians, Office Managers, CBO staff, and other appropriate SMH staff to review coding and billing issues. Responsible for keeping abreast of and complying with all third party regulations. Responsible for ensuring all fee schedules are kept current and MMS updated. Handles all correspondence and all communications in a timely manner. Job knowledge is section specific. Ability to demonstrate Customer Service Recovery, be flexible and adapt to changes in growth within the CBO Department.

Welcome to First Physicians Group, Specialty Care, General Surgery at Venice   Searching for dynamic personalities to join our team providing excellent customer service in our speciality care offices.    The Clinical Care Coordinator III/RN demonstrate the competency to provide patient care according to the age-specific population needs and assist in the management of patient care in the physician office setting under the direct supervision of a provider.   Provides professional and skilled nursing care to patients using the “patient centered care” model of SMHCS.   Patient population and specialties: patients aged 18+, Bariatrics, Cardiology, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Colon and Rectal Surgery, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, GI Surgical Oncology, Gynecological Oncology, Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, Maternal Fetal Medicine, Neurology, OB/Gyn, Otolaryngology, Ortho-Trauma, Plastic Surgery, Thyroid Surgery, Urology   Duties and Responsibilities: incoming referral review, surgical authorizations, surgery scheduling, providing pre- and post-operative instructions, preparing for in office procedures, assisting with in office procedures, triaging post operative concerns, knowledge of biomedical waste procedures and sterilization, handling daily patient calls, questions and prescriptions.   Opportunities for Novice and Experienced nurses: Individualized orientation/training Specialized training in patient management for a wide range of health concerns Tuition Reimbursement opportunities Opportunities for growth learning surgery and procedure scheduling and authorizations  

The Clinical Care Coordinator I demonstrate the competency to provide patient care according to the age-specific population needs and assist in the management of patient care in the physician office setting under the direct supervision of a provider.

The Clinical Care Coordinator II demonstrate the competency to provide patient care according to the age-specific population needs and assist in the management of patient care in the physician office setting under the direct supervision of a provider.

Fellowship-trained Obstetric Anesthesiologist needed for practice expansion! Full Description: - The anesthesia team is built upon Leadership’s long-standing vision to be the BEST place to be a patient, to work, and to practice medicine. Recent OB fellowship grads wanting a wide scope of practice in a supportive team environment of excellence and professional growth are welcome. - Staffing model planned is 30 Anesthesiologists, and 85-100 CRNAs covering 62 sites including Cath Lab, IR, Endo. Opportunity Highlights: - A full-time Anesthesiologist is expected to cover 210 shifts annually, with additional pay for extra shifts. - Fellowship Trained in OB and willing to cover Obstetric and General Anesthesia care for patients of Sarasota Memorial Hospital Healthcare System (SMHCS). - Participate in call coverage. - Average anesthesia volume 40,000 cases annually. - Approximately 4200 deliveries per year. - Average of 115 C-section per month. - Less than FT including PRN employed positions maybe available. - Physicians will have oversight of CRNA’s. INCENTIVE/BENEFITS PACKAGE: - Top of market compensation package based on years of experience - W2 position with Health Care System that has an unparalleled history of quality care delivery - Start Date Bonus and Relocation assistance available. - Premium pay calculation if clinician works past scheduled shift. Premium calculation also applies if clinician opts to pick-up extra shifts. - Full array of benefits offered including health, dental, vision, Long-term/short-term disability, 10 weeks CME/PTO, and 403(b) with a 4% match - As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, Physicians are entitled to sovereign immunity - Eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - First Physicians Group and SMHCS are not-for-profit organizations ABOUT THE HOSPITAL: Sarasota Memorial has a history of quality care delivery: - SMH is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best acute-care hospitals, with superior patient outcomes and a complete continuum of care - SMH is awarded a prestigious 5-star rating from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the 8th year in a row! The only hospital in Florida and one of just 33 across the nation to maintain this top rating since 2016. - SMH is included in the 2023 list of World’s Best Hospitals for 5th year in a row by Newsweek - Named among the nation's Top 100 Hospitals and 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals for 2022 by Fortune/Merative. - Earned its 5th consecutive Magnet Nursing Recognition for nursing excellence and high-quality patient care. SMH-Sarasota is one of just 1% of U.S. hospitals to earn the designation FIVE times. - Earned straight “A” Grades for Patient Safety from Leapfrog since 2016 - One of just 41 organizations worldwide to earn Gallup's Exceptional Workplace Award for 2022. - Named a U.S. News High Performer in 2022-2023. - Main hospital is the largest in the region with 901 beds, a Level II Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, a 60-bed Rehab Pavilion and much more ABOUT THE AREA: Located on Florida’s Southwest Gulf Coast, just south of Tampa, Sarasota County is famous worldwide for white-sand beaches, great restaurants, outdoor recreation, land and water sports, museums, theater and much more. Sarasota residents enjoy easy access to air travel directly from Sarasota or nearby Fort Meyers, Tampa or Orlando. Sarasota County is one of the best places in the country to live, work and raise a family due to a healthy business scene and thriving recreational and cultural opportunities. Sarasota County has 47,000 K-12 students enrolled in 2023, with historical proficiency scores average ranking of 10/10, and exceptional private and public options. First Physicians Group (FPG) is Florida’s Gulf Coast leader in primary and specialty care with an impressive 29-year history in the community. With 500+ Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers in 45 different specialties and 66 practice locations, it is backed by the tradition and strength of Sarasota Memorial Hospital. https://careers.smh.com/livinghere/

Anesthesiologist at Sarasota Memorial Healthcare System (SMHCS)/First Physician Group (FPG).   Brief Description: Anesthesiologist for practice expansion! General, Pediatric and OB, Level II trauma, care team in Sarasota Memorial Healthcare System/First Physician Group   Full Description: Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s First Physicians Group is seeking providers who have demonstrated behavioral competencies of caring about people. Physicians with excellent reputations, great communication, and interpersonal skills are welcome to join the team at Sarasota Memorial Hospital Health Care system/ First Physician Group (SMHCS/FPG) in thriving Sarasota, FL. The anesthesia team is built upon Leadership’s long-standing vision to be the BEST place to be a patient, to work, and to practice medicine. Recent Residency grads wanting a wide scope of practice in a supportive team environment of excellence and professional growth are welcome.   Opportunity Highlights/Qualified Candidates: - A full-time Anesthesiologist is expected to cover 210 shifts annually, with additional pay for extra shifts. - Diverse mix of cases including Cardiac, Endo, General Surgery, Neuro, OB, Oncology, Ortho, Robotics, Spine, Vascular, and Level II Trauma. - We are also looking for a physician who is Fellowship Trained in OB and willing to cover L&D and other cases. - Staffing model planned is 30 Anesthesiologists, and 85-100 CRNAs covering 62 sites including Cath Lab, IR, Endo. - Average anesthesia volume 40,000 cases annually. - Less than FT including PRN employed positions are available. - Physicians will have oversight of CRNA’s. INCENTIVE/BENEFITS PACKAGE: - Top of market compensation package based on years of experience - W2 position with Health Care System that has an unparalleled history of quality care delivery - Start Date Bonus and Relocation assistance available. - Premium pay calculation if clinician works past scheduled shift. Premium calculation also applies if clinician opts to pick-up extra shifts. - Full array of benefits offered including health, dental, vision, Long-term/short-term disability, 10 weeks CME/PTO, and 403(b) with a 4% match. - As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, Physicians are entitled to sovereign immunity. - Eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - First Physicians Group and SMHCS are not-for-profit organizations ABOUT THE HOSPITAL: Sarasota Memorial has a history of quality care delivery: - SMH is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best acute-care hospitals, with superior patient outcomes and a complete continuum of care - SMH is awarded a prestigious 5-star rating from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the 8th year in a row! The only hospital in Florida and one of just 33 across the nation to maintain this top rating since 2016. - SMH is included in the 2023 list of World’s Best Hospitals for 5th year in a row by Newsweek - Named among the nation's Top 100 Hospitals and 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals for 2022 by Fortune/Merative. - Earned its 5th consecutive Magnet Nursing Recognition for nursing excellence and high-quality patient care. SMH-Sarasota is one of just 1% of U.S. hospitals to earn the designation FIVE times. - Earned straight “A” Grades for Patient Safety from Leapfrog since 2016 - One of just 41 organizations worldwide to earn Gallup's Exceptional Workplace Award for 2022. - Named a U.S. News High Performer in 2022-2023. - Main hospital is the largest in the region with 901 beds, a Level II Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, a 60-bed Rehab Pavilion and much more ABOUT THE AREA: Located on Florida’s Southwest Gulf Coast, just south of Tampa, Sarasota County is famous worldwide for white-sand beaches, great restaurants, outdoor recreation, land and water sports, museums, theater and much more. Sarasota residents enjoy easy access to air travel directly from Sarasota or nearby Fort Meyers, Tampa or Orlando. Sarasota County is one of the best places in the country to live, work and raise a family due to a healthy business scene and thriving recreational and cultural opportunities. Sarasota County has 47,000 K-12 students enrolled in 2023, with historical proficiency scores average ranking of 10/10, and exceptional both private and public options. First Physicians Group (FPG) is Florida’s Gulf Coast leader in primary and specialty care with an impressive 29-year history in the community. With 400+ Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers in 44 different specialties and 66 practice locations, it is backed by the tradition and strength of Sarasota Memorial Hospital. https://careers.smh.com/livinghere/

***CRNA-Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist post at Sarasota Memorial Healthcare System (SMHCS)/First Physician Group (FPG). Full Description: The anesthesia team is built upon Leadership’s long-standing vision to be the BEST place to be a patient, to work, and to practice medicine. Recent SRNA grads wanting a wide scope of practice in a supportive team environment of excellence and professional growth are welcome. Opportunity Highlights/Qualified Candidates: - Staffing model planned 25-30 Anesthesiologists, and 85-100 CRNAs covering 62 sites including Cath Lab, IR, Endo. - Average anesthesia volume 40,000 cases annually and growing - Diverse mix of cases including Cardiac, Endo, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, OB, Oncology, Ortho, Thoracic, Vascular, and Trauma. - Specialty Compensation increase to base salary for Cardiac, Trauma, & OB experience with documented case logs. - Yearly retention $10,000 on work anniversary INCENTIVE/BENEFITS PACKAGE: - Top of market compensation package based on years of experience - W2 position with Health Care System that has an unparalleled history of quality care delivery - Start Date Bonus and Relocation assistance available. - Premium pay calculation if clinician works past scheduled shift. Premium calculation also applies if clinician opts to pick-up extra shifts. - Full array of benefits offered including health, dental, vision, Long-term/short-term disability, 10 weeks CME/PTO, and 403(b) with a 4% match. - 280 hours PTO (7 weeks) + 40 hours CME - As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, Physicians are entitled to sovereign immunity - Eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - First Physicians Group and SMHCS are not-for-profit organizations ABOUT THE HOSPITAL: Sarasota Memorial has a history of quality care delivery: - SMH is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best acute-care hospitals, with superior patient outcomes and a complete continuum of care - SMH is awarded a prestigious 5-star rating from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the 8th year in a row! The only hospital in Florida and one of just 33 across the nation to maintain this top rating since 2016. - SMH is included in the 2023 list of World’s Best Hospitals for 5th year in a row by Newsweek - Named among the nation's Top 100 Hospitals and 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals for 2022 by Fortune/Merative. - Earned its 5th consecutive Magnet Nursing Recognition for nursing excellence and high-quality patient care. SMH-Sarasota is one of just 1% of U.S. hospitals to earn the designation FIVE times. - Earned straight “A” Grades for Patient Safety from Leapfrog since 2016 - One of just 41 organizations worldwide to earn Gallup's Exceptional Workplace Award for 2022. - Named a U.S. News High Performer in 2022-2023. - Main hospital is the largest in the region with 901 beds, a Level II Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, a 60-bed Rehab Pavilion and much more ABOUT THE AREA: Located on Florida’s Southwest Gulf Coast, just south of Tampa, Sarasota County is famous worldwide for white-sand beaches, great restaurants, outdoor recreation, land and water sports, museums, theater and much more. Sarasota residents enjoy easy access to air travel directly from Sarasota or nearby Fort Meyers, Tampa or Orlando. Sarasota County is one of the best places in the country to live, work and raise a family due to a healthy business scene and thriving recreational and cultural opportunities. Sarasota County has 47,000 K-12 students enrolled in 2023, with historical proficiency scores average ranking of 10/10, and exceptional both private and public options. First Physicians Group (FPG) is Florida’s Gulf Coast leader in primary and specialty care with an impressive 29-year history in the community. With 400+ Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers in 44 different specialties and 66 practice locations, it is backed by the tradition and strength of Sarasota Memorial Hospital.  https://careers.smh.com/livinghere/  

Job Summary Welcome to First Physicians Group   Searching for dynamic personalities to join our team providing excellent customer service in our primary care and specialty care offices.   Provides administrative support for patient related activities, which include patient scheduling, patient check in, checkout, medical records and follow up activities. Provides excellent customer service and directly interacts with patients daily. Obtains authorizations as indicated by patients’ insurance company. Handles collections of monies from patient at time of checkout. Observes strict confidentiality in handling patient information. Able to problem solve and use critical thinking skills to find solutions.   Opportunities for Novice and Experienced Team Members: • Individualized orientation/training • Specialized training in charge entry and cash handling and collections • Tuition Reimbursement • Opportunities for growth learning surgery and procedure scheduling and authorizations    

Job Summary Welcome to First Physicians Group   Searching for dynamic personalities to join our team providing excellent customer service in our primary care and specialty care offices.   Provides administrative support for patient related activities, which include patient scheduling, patient check in, checkout, medical records and follow up activities. Provides excellent customer service and directly interacts with patients daily. Obtains authorizations as indicated by patients’ insurance company. Handles collections of monies from patient at time of checkout. Observes strict confidentiality in handling patient information. Able to problem solve and use critical thinking skills to find solutions.   Opportunities for Novice and Experienced Team Members: • Individualized orientation/training • Specialized training in charge entry and cash handling and collections • Tuition Reimbursement • Opportunities for growth learning surgery and procedure scheduling and authorizations    

Job Summary Welcome to First Physicians Group   Searching for dynamic personalities to join our team providing excellent customer service in our primary care and specialty care offices.   Provides administrative support for patient related activities, which include patient scheduling, patient check in, checkout, medical records and follow up activities. Provides excellent customer service and directly interacts with patients daily. Obtains authorizations as indicated by patients’ insurance company. Handles collections of monies from patient at time of checkout. Observes strict confidentiality in handling patient information. Able to problem solve and use critical thinking skills to find solutions.   Opportunities for Novice and Experienced Team Members: • Individualized orientation/training • Specialized training in charge entry and cash handling and collections • Tuition Reimbursement • Opportunities for growth learning surgery and procedure scheduling and authorizations    

Will conduct his/her daily interactions in a way that demonstrates a positive organizational attitude and effectiveness and models the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values. Behaviors and attitude support achievement of the system's goals in Service, People, Finance, Quality and Growth. Responsible for patient related activities, which include patient scheduling, patient check-in, checkout, and follow upactivities. Acts as a liaison between physician, patient, facility and insurance company. Handles collections of monies from patient at time of checkout. Meets all compliance standards. Observes strict confidentiality in dealing with patients and patient information.

The Patient Care Assistant performs tasks supportive to delivery of patient care in assigned First Physicians Group offices under the direction of a CMA/RMA/LPN/RN.

The Patient Care Assistant performs tasks supportive to delivery of patient care in assigned First Physicians Group offices under the direction of a CMA/RMA/LPN/RN.

The Clinical Care Coordinator I demonstrate the competency to provide patient care according to the age-specific population needs and assist in the management of patient care in the physician office setting under the direct supervision of a provider.

The Clinical Care Coordinator I demonstrate the competency to provide patient care according to the age-specific population needs and assist in the management of patient care in the physician office setting under the direct supervision of a provider.