What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Service Representative position at BHS Physicians Network Houston?
Overview
Fuel your passion for patient-centered care and elevate your medical career in our thriving physician office. Join our collaborative team, where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of our community.
At Tenet Physician Resources, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
A non-exempt medical office position responsible for front office processes in the physician practice.
Responsibilities
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Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
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Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
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Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
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Greeting patients entering the physician practice. Answering office phones, making appointments, confirming appointments and rescheduling when necessary.
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Checks in patients and collects accurate patient demographics, enters data into electronic system and verifies insurance.
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Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referral processing and scheduling process
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Collects co-pays and posts charges.
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Charge entry and patient balance processing.
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Distributes information to patients regarding office policies, procedures, information about the practice, etc.
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Explain and enroll patients in the patient portal.
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma/GED required with completion medical office assistant program preferred.
Certification: Prefer healthcare management/administration certification.
Experience: Two years of customer service experience, preferably in a medical office setting.
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Organization Description
Orthopedic Group and Sports Medicine practices within BHS Physician Network in Houston are led by board-certified orthopedic surgeons who have been serving the Houston area community collectively since 1975. Our multidisciplinary team ensures a comprehensive approach, beginning at diagnosis through recovery and rehabilitation. With offices located conveniently across the greater Houston area, we provide complete, multidisciplinary care that is always individualized, and patient-centered.
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