What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Service Representative position at Bowen Health?
The Patient Services Representative provides customer service support to both internal and external customers. Duties include working directly with patients to assist with the admission and services process, review insurance eligibility and financial responsibilities and schedule appointments. This position will have cash handling responsibilities and will also assist clinical staff with their schedules and complete other tasks that contribute to the day to day functions of the department.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Greet, educate and instruct patients through admission and services process
- Verify patient information and check in patients for scheduled appointments
- Notify patient of insurance benefits and financial responsibilities
- Answer telephone and direct calls appropriately
- Schedule patient appointments
- Manage clinical schedules and assist clinical staff as needed
- Monitor account balances, payment plans, and collection reports
- Cross-train with county client services staff and help cover county offices when requested
- Preform cash handling responsibilities and daily reconciliation of cash drawer
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED
- Certificate or Professional License: No certificates or professional license required
- Experience: Minimum of one (1) year in an office capacity preferred; customer service experience in a healthcare setting desired
- Valid driver’s license and active liability insurance
- Satisfactory results from criminal background check
As a State-Of-the-Art Healthcare Organization and a Federal Contractor Agency – we require all individuals who join Team Bowen to receive a flu shot and TB test to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. There are options for exemption applications, but approval is not always guaranteed.
Promise of Equal Opportunity and Fostering a Fair and Respectful Workplace:
Bowen Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and respectful workplace. We comply with all applicable laws, including the ADA and OSHA regulations, and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Safety is a priority for all employees.
Bowen Health prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected statuses. Bowen Health is dedicated to creating opportunities for all employees to thrive and support our mission of compassionate care.
