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Posting Number : RTF00154PO24

RTF00154PO24

USC Market Title :

Patient Support Specialist

Link to USC Market Title :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / titles / 156344

Business Title (Internal Title) :

Patient Support Specialist

Campus : Columbia

Columbia

Work County : Richland

Richland

College / Division :

School of Medicine Columbia

Department :

SOMC Research and Graduate Education

Advertised Salary Range :

$37,735-$56,602

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week : 37.5

37.5

Work Schedule :

Standard working schedule : 8 : 30am 5 : 00pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position :

Staff Time-Limited (STL)

Basis : 12 months

12 months

Job Search Category :

Other Professional

About University of South Carolina :

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.

More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement :

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds.

We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability.

The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement.

We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

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Advertised Job Summary :

Required Education and Experience :

A high school diploma and 2 or more years of relevant experience working in a physician / medical practice setting, or equivalency.

Preferred Qualifications :

Prefer a bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of experience working in a physician / medical practice setting, or equivalency.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to prioritize and be flexible.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

Job Duty :

Coordinates all scheduling and referral processes for Brain Health Network patients and providers, including, but not limited to, scheduling patient appointments, conducting patient reminder calls, authorizing services, handling medical records, following up with patients and providers, and creating / maintaining schedule templates.

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Assists with data input and data management functions related to patient care and research activities for the Brain Health Network.

Ensures data is entered within 24 hours of rendered services and provides reports to providers within 24 hours of receipt of completed reports / summaries.

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Serves as primary point of contact for Brain Health Network patient operations. Responds within 24 hours to all phone and email messages and helps ensures timely and continuous communication between Brain Health team members and across all Brain Health Network sites.

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Performs other duties as requested or as assigned.

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Hazardous weather category :

Non-Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.

95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. :

Number of Vacancies :

Job Open Date : 05 / 08 / 2024

05 / 08 / 2024

Job Close Date : 06 / 22 / 2024

06 / 22 / 2024

Open Until Filled :

Special Instructions to Applicant :

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 22, 2024. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to :

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.

Quicklink for Posting :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 168111

EEO Statement :

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV / AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Last updated : 2024-05-13