Patient Service Representative

Patient First

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Chesapeake, Virginia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Patient Service Representative is responsible for registering patients, verifying insurance information, and managing billing inquiries. They also perform essential front office duties such as cash management, maintaining medical records, and stocking supplies.

Qualifications

This role requires excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to manage patient registration, insurance verification, and billing inquiries. Candidates should have basic typing proficiency and at least one year of clerical experience, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. The position involves assisting patients, handling administrative tasks, and maintaining a positive attitude in a fast-paced medical environment.

Job Description

The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Assisting patients using the kiosk prior to registration.
  • Escorting patients in need of emergency assistance directly to the treatment area to be registered and evaluated.
  • Respectfully handling Physician and Nurse requests in a timely manner.
  • Communicating information about Patient First’s billing policies, including insurable and non-insurable charges, as needed.
  • Accurately registering patients in an expedient manner while providing excellent customer service, compassion, and kindness.
  • Verifying all patient demographic, health, pharmacy, and insurance information.
  • Thoroughly answering billing and insurance questions and providing itemized billing statements as requested.
  • Referring billing questions to the appropriate parties as needed.
  • Collecting money and issuing receipts for a patient’s visit, diagnostic studies, and supplies as prompted by the electronic medical record system.
  • Discharging the patient and processing incurred charges.
  • Completing all cash management duties to include counting and accounting for money collected at the end of the shift.
  • Receiving, sending, and distributing correspondence as directed.
  • Filing and scanning medical documents and office forms as directed.
  • Completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift.
  • Answering all incoming calls and distributing messages in a timely manner.
  • Assisting with other assignments as directed.
  • Demonstrating an efficient understanding of the electronic medical record system.
  • Receiving, moving, and stocking ordered supplies.
  • Cleaning the front office work area and other maintenance assignments as directed.
  • Verifying daily reports are run at the end of the day.
  • Attending staff meetings as directed.
  • Being available to assist as needed (breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to provide necessary patient care or to maintain center operations).
  • Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained.
  • Participating in maintenance assignments when necessary and as directed.
  • Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions.
  • Completing other duties as directed

Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Basic typing skills.
  • Minimum one year of clerical experience preferred.
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for up to 7 hours at a time.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Excellent visual, verbal, written, and typed communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask.
  • Willing to work at any center due to a staffing issue, center emergency, or a reduction of work.

Patient First

Founded by a physician in 1981, Patient First provides non-appointment urgent care for routine injuries and illnesses as well as primary care for patients who do not have a regular physician. All Patient First medical centers are open every day of the year from 8 am to 8 pm, including all holidays, and are located throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Our employees do amazing work. Every day brings a new challenge, and we love watching our family come together to find the best, patient-focused solutions. We celebrate employee achievements and recognize exceptional patient service through everyday perks like gift cards or shareable gifts for a center or department. We also acknowledge our employees’ success through company communications and during Employee Recognition Week. At our anniversary dinner, we recognize those employees who have invested 20+ years of service. Recognized as a “Top Workplace” by the Washington Post, Baltimore Sun, and Richmond Times-Dispatch, Patient First’s history of positive employee satisfaction includes areas such as engagement and leadership. Employee input is valuable and helps us deliver exceptional care for our patients, keeping our promise to always put the patient first. This collaborative relationship is part of the reason why so many employees refer to their co-workers as their Patient First family. We love spending time in our community as well! Our employees participate in health-related events, interacting with the public while having fun. By maintaining an active presence in our community, we foster good health strategies and stay connected with patients. One way employees can volunteer is by performing blood pressure readings and handing out informational literature to attendees at health fairs, community days, marathons, and more. If you enjoy helping patients live healthier while working in a supportive and friendly environment, apply today to begin your career at Patient First!
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