Department
IU HEALTH CENTER (BA-IUHC-IUBLA)
Department Information
Indiana University Bloomington (IU Bloomington) is a vibrant and dynamic campus committed to providing an exceptional learning and living environment. As a leading research institution, IU values innovation, community, and a commitment to excellence in everything from academics to campus operations. Behind the scenes, dedicated staff help create a supportive, student-centered experience that allows learners to thrive.
Job Summary
The IU Student Health Center is a vital resource for student well-being, offering comprehensive medical care, mental health services, and wellness programs. A welcoming, responsive front desk experience is essential to delivering these services. The Front Desk Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the Health Center's mission by ensuring that students and visitors feel informed, respected, and supported from the moment they arrive.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- First point of contact for patients and visitors at the Student Health Center, combining high-level customer service with a strong understanding of health insurance and medical billing.
- Greets and assists patients and visitors; manages check-in, registration, and check-out processes.
- Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits; clearly explains coverage and out-of-pocket expectations.
- Accurately enters and updates patient demographics, insurance, and billing data in electronic systems.
- Posts payments, checks balances, and reconciles daily transactions; maintains and balances a secure cash drawer.
- Investigates and resolves billing inquiries, escalating issues when necessary.
- Applies knowledge of procedural and diagnostic coding to support accurate billing and insurance claims.
- Schedules appointments and communicates service options, timing, and relevant policies.
- Responds to patient questions and concerns with professionalism; liaises with families and staff to support clear communication.
- Ensures compliance with HIPAA and privacy practices; maintains strict confidentiality.
- Provides directions and general assistance within the facility.
- Maintains a clean, organized front desk and monitors supply levels for daily operations.
General Responsibilities
- Provides patient check-in and check-out, reviewing records to ensure patient insurance and demographics information is accurate and complete.
- Receive payments, confirm insurance eligibility, enter billing data, and resolve patient accounts.
- Coordinates scheduling of any patient appointments to allow for effective treatment and patient care.
- Assists with all inquiries in the clinic office including walk-in patients, scheduling clinic appointments, and follow-ups.
- Serves as a resource for clinical protocols and payment/billing information for patients.
- Assists in emergency or problem situations.
- Serves as back-up for clinical office staff as needed.
- Maintains office supplies, and other administrative duties as needed.
- Assists in maintenance and organization of patient medical records.
- May reconcile and analyze reports for rebilling and finalizing daily logs.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
- 6 months of related experience
SKILLS
Required
- Proficient communication skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Preferred
- Experience in a medical or health services setting
- Familiarity with health insurance billing and eligibility verification
- Ability to explain coverage information to patients
- Understanding of HIPAA compliance and patient privacy policies
- Strong communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to have a patient-centered mindset to help students navigate their coverage and care experience with confidence
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to remain seated or standing for extended periods while interacting with patients and completing administrative tasks. The position involves regular use of a computer, handling sensitive documents, and navigating patient service areas. It also requires the ability to manage multiple interruptions while maintaining accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Additional Information
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Work Location
Indiana University Bloomington
Student Health Center
Advertised Salary
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Foundational
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Health Services
Job Family: Clinic Operations
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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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