Patient Care Specialist

Össur

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Dallas, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Specialist facilitates an excellent patient experience by managing clinic operations, including scheduling, patient registration, and insurance verification. They also provide administrative and clinical support to staff to ensure efficient and safe patient care.

Qualifications

We are looking for a Patient Care Specialist to facilitate excellent patient experience and support clinic operations. Key requirements include a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and 1-2 years of medical office experience is preferred. Strong interpersonal, communication, and computer skills are essential for success in this role.

Job Description

ForMotion is a global network of Orthotic and Prosthetic Patient Care clinics, focused on providing world-class, compassionate care for patients with mobility challenges.

Our clinic is part of the ForMotion global network of Patient Care clinics owned by Embla Medical, which also owns Össur, a leading global provider of prosthetics and bracing and supports solutions; Fior & Gentz, an innovative developer of neuro orthotics; and College Park, creators of custom-built prosthetic solutions for people of all activity levels.

We are dedicated to providing the best possible care to our patients to help them live Life Without Limitations.

About the Role

The Patient Care Specialist facilitates excellent patient experience and supports clinic operations for the assigned prosthetics and/or orthotics medical practice. Primary responsibilities include greeting and registering patients, compiling complete chart documentation, and supporting clinical and technical staff.

What You’ll Do

  • Answers the telephone and either responds to inquiry, directs caller to appropriate personnel, or initiates a triage email for response by clinical personnel.

  • Schedules appointments, verifies and updates patient demographics, referral source and insurance information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Obtains copies of insurance cards, drivers' licenses and other documentation from referral sources and scans relevant items into the EMR.

  • Maintains complete patient records in the EMR per company policies.

  • Initiates documentation requests from physicians and other healthcare providers and ensures information is included as part of the patient's medical record prior to product delivery and claim submission.

  • Verifies patient insurance benefits, relays information on relevant payment and billing/collection policies and collects patient responsibility payments.

  • Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. Follows infection control/safety procedures by adhering to applicable guidelines. Takes patient height, weight and reviews relevant medical history with patient. Prepares treatment rooms and patient care areas.

  • Provides administrative support to the practice as needed. Strives for a paperless work environment and full-utilization of technology‐based processes to drive operational efficiencies.

  • Assists in marketing efforts to build relationships with local referral sources.

  • Maintains professional relationships with patients, referral sources, clinical and non-clinical employees.

  • Maintains product and administrative technical knowledge by actively participating in ongoing training and development courses.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Competency

  • Ethical Conduct

  • Problem Solving/Analysis

  • Communication Proficiency

  • Computer Proficiency

  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with patients, physicians, and coworkers in a tactful, informed and service‐oriented manner.

  • Detailed oriented.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demand

The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach/pull with hands and arms, bend and squat.

Who You Are

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.

  • 1-2 years of medical office experience preferred using EMR systems or equivalent skill set.

  • Experience working in the healthcare industry preferred.

Why You’ll Feel Good Working Here

We believe people do their best work when they feel good—personally and professionally. That’s why we offer:

  • A culture rooted in trust, empathy, and Nordic-inspired flat hierarchies

  • Tailored onboarding and a buddy system to help you feel at home from day one

  • Continuous learning through e-learning, training, and language courses

  • A “you” culture where everyone—from interns to executives—is treated with respect

  • Competitive Compensation Packages

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution

  • 8 paid holidays

  • 13 vacation days, birthday and two (2) volunteer days

  • 8 sick days within your first year of employment

  • Paid Parental Bonding

ForMotion is a global network of Orthotic & Prosthetic patient care clinics providing exceptional care through award-winning mobility solutions and world-class healthcare professionals.

Embla Medical is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available individual in every job.

Embla Medical's equal opportunity policy prohibits all discrimination (based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, military service, pregnancy, child birth or related medical condition, actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by local laws around the world).

Embla Medical is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all individuals involved in the operations of Embla Medical and prohibits discrimination by any emplo​yee of Embla Medical, including supervisors and co-workers.

Important Warning: Beware of fraudulent recruiters impersonating our company. Please take extra caution when asked for any sensitive personal information, such as social security numbers or bank account details. We will never ask you for any form of payment during the recruitment process. Please make sure you refer to our official website.

Össur

In Nordic mythology, Embla was the first woman on Earth. Made from the wood of the ancient Elm tree, she became a symbol of new life. Of breath, movement and freedom. Today, she embodies who we are. Our vision and our values. At Embla Medical, we are dedicated to improving people’s mobility. We do this with compassion and innovation, from how we design our award-winning mobility solutions to how we operate our network of ForMotion patient care clinics. Embla Medical is home to Össur, a leading global provider of prosthetics and bracing and supports solutions; Fior & Gentz, an innovative developer of neuro orthotics; and College Park, creators of custom-built prosthetic solutions for people of all activity levels. Since 1971, we have produced more than 2,100 patents and numerous award-winning designs, renowned for advancing the Orthotic & Prosthetic (O&P) industry. Our ForMotion patient care clinics make up a vast network, spread across multiple countries. They are modern, comfortable spaces where patients have access to innovative solutions, expert guidance, and personalized care and support. Our commitment and responsibility also extends to our people and our planet. We embrace opportunities and recognize the impact we have on the world around us. Improving mobility can be a lifelong journey. And we are companions on that journey, committed to providing the best outcomes and highest patient satisfaction. We do this with a successful and growing portfolio of leading brands and a global network of talented teams, all driven by our shared purpose of helping people to live a Life Without Limitations®. Embla Medical is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen (EMBLA).
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