What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Access Rep position at Cardiovascular Institute of the South?
Who We Are:
Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.
What We Offer:
Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.
What We Offer:
- Choice of three health insurance plans
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
- Access to company-provided training and educational resources
- Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
- Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
- Eight company-paid holidays
- Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents
- Acts as the first point of contact for CIS patients and callers
- Operates a high-volume, multi-line switchboard in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Accurately schedules patient appointments following clinic guidelines
- Supports patient care through clear communication, documentation, and professionalism
- Answer and route 100–150 incoming calls per day in a timely, professional manner
- Schedule patient appointments, including follow-ups, diagnostics, and lab services
- Accurately document calls, messages, and patient interactions in the EMR
- Identify message subject lines and route communications to appropriate care teams
- Meet established performance metrics for call response time, call volume, and availability
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and CIS compliance standards
- Communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and external partners
- Maintain an organized work area and assist team members as needed
- High school diploma preferred
- Experience with multi-line phone systems or switchboards preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage high call volumes with accuracy and professionalism
- Experience or comfort working with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Strong attention to detail and time-management skills
- Team-oriented, dependable, and patient-focused