Job Vacancy PATIENT SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE I (UT Health RGV Orthopedics & Sports Medicine) University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Job title: PATIENT SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE I (UT Health RGV Orthopedics & Sports Medicine)
Company: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Job description: PATIENT SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE I (UT Health RGV Orthopedics & Sports Medicine)
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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number SRGV5972
Working Title PATIENT SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE I (UT Health RGV Orthopedics & Sports Medicine )
Number of Vacancies 1
Location Weslaco, Texas
Department School of Medicine / Clinical Affairs
FTE 1.0
FLSA Non-Exempt
Scope of Job
Responsible for handling in-coming patient telephone calls, schedules appointments, providing accurate patient information, and all other front desk functions. Observes customer service standards at all times in dealing with patients and upholds the Clinic’s mission in providing quality service ensuring patient satisfaction.
Description of Duties
- Responsible for answering incoming calls in a professional, timely manner based on Clinic standards and protocols.
- Welcomes incoming patients and visitors in person or on the telephone and listens responsively to patient concerns or complaints and provides or seeks appropriate remedies.
- Schedules appointments accurately maximizing practitioner’s time and making sure that the patient is placed in the appropriate appointment template for their medical needs or request. When unable to assist the patient, makes sure that the patient is directed to the appropriate staff for an efficient resolution of their medical needs.
- Transfers and or directs calls to appropriate departments.
- Answers routine questions regarding clinic services and appointment related information on directs unrelated questions to appropriate clinic staff.
- Ensures that patient’s appointments are processed accurately and in a timely manner by confirming or canceling appointments in accordance with Clinic policies and procedures.
- Obtains, documents and verifies insurance, Medicaid/Medicare and any other type of benefits and documents in the patients chart accurate patient demographic information required as per Clinic policies and procedures.
- May collect copays and fees for balances due on the account and complete all batching of patient encounters daily.
- Demonstrates respectful, professional and appropriate behavior that supports a team oriented work environment.
- May be required to provide coverage at other clinical sites as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
May supervise of assigned support staff.
Required Education
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Education
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
One (1) year of medical clerical experience providing customer service and/or medical records experience.
Preferred Experience
Medical background.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office/Clinical Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. May be exposed to airborne illnesses when coming in contact with patients. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Other
Tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality of medical information required in all matters.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category Full-Time
Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date 07/05/2022
Grant Funded Position No
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Expected salary:
Location: Weslaco, TX
Job date: Thu, 25 Aug 2022 02:10:33 GMT
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