Patient Representative

Patient Representative Hemet, CA Job Details Full-time $21 - $22 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Qualifications Bilingual Health insurance customer support experience (1-2 years) Record keeping Computer operation Spanish Insurance verification Financial transaction processing Phone communication Customer service Word processing Computer literacy Maintaining patient confidentiality Basic math Greeting customers Health insurance customer support English Medical scheduling High school diploma or GED Medical administrative support Patient interaction Typing Clerical experience Patient charting Managing patient records Care coordination Grammar Experience 2 years Balancing end-of-day transactions Entry level Client interaction via phone calls Full Job Description

JOB TITLE

Patient Representative (Dental)

REPORT TO

DENTAL

AREA ADMINISTRATOR BASIC FUNCTION

Under the general supervision of the Clinic Manager or Office Supervisor, performs various clerical and customer service duties in support of effective and efficient clinic operations. Updates files, retrieves patient charts as required; reviews charts for complete information and signatures.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The duties recorded below are intended to accurately represent the duties of the class and are not intended to cover every single duty of the job. 1. Excellent Customer Service is a requirement of all Patient Representatives. 2. Greets and assists Innercare patients; directs patients to appropriate office and responds to inquiries regarding available services, billing and related procedures. 3. Functions as back up to PBX Operator. 4. Obtains Vital information from Patient, includes but not limited to: Patients Primary Care Physician Reason for visit Insurance verification Verify demographic form is complete Method of payment Last Hospital visit or consulting Physician with paperwork Introduction & Instruction on Patient Portal 5. Collects and records patient payments for services rendered; balances receipts daily in absence of cashier. 6. Schedules and reschedules patient appointments, calls patients to confirm appointments. 7. Completes and processes various forms and records. 8. Scanning and Indexing Patient demographics and other Patient information. 9. Operates variety of office equipment including computer, scanner, printer, copier, calculator, fax machine, telephone, and electronic signature pad. 10. Knowledge and implementation of community-based, patient-centered medical home (PCMH) process with appropriate coordination of care. 11. Special Projects may be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or GED equivalent and experience. Two years' experience in related duties and responsibilities of the job.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

: Good customer and telephone skills a must. Knowledge of modern office practices and technology; including computers and other office equipment;knowledge of proper English usage, spelling, punctuation and grammar; knowledge of written and oral Spanish language; knowledge of basic mathematics; ability to learn, interpret and/ or communicate rules, regulations, procedures, and policies; ability to follow oral and written directions; ability to prepare records and reports with accuracy and in a timely manner; ability to maintain confidentiality of records as required; ability to provide quality, efficient customer service; ability to maintain professionalism in confrontational situations; ability to use a computer effectively for word and data processing; ability to type at a rate required for timely completion of duties; ability to learn new information and skills to enhance job knowledge and abilities.

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES

Not applicable- no assigned permanent staff to supervise.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Requires ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time. Normal medical office environment.

CONTACTS

: Supervisor, co-workers, other Innercare department personnel, patients, medical personnel, pharmacy personnel, copy service personnel, and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed under stressful conditions; work may require extensive Video Display Terminal exposure. Worker may be exposed to communicable disease. Must comply with the Innercare Corporate Compliance Program.

Pay:

$21.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person