Patient Services Representative

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission. Job Summary: This position requires excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Must be courteous and helpful; possess the ability to meet and speak with the public as the "first contact" of the clinic while aligning their duties with Mission and Core Values. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Acknowledges and assists everyone who walks in the door while maintaining eye contact, a smile and providing a professional greeting; Communicates with customers to resolve problems and concerns while informing customers of delays in a courteous, professional, and timely manner using appropriate pronouns; Provides all customers with consistent quality service in accordance with Core Values and Standards of Customer Service; Keeps Manager informed of office equipment upkeep/maintenance; Maintains accurate demographic, insurance, and guarantor information at every patient visit; Identifies and refers patients who require program assistance to Care Coordinator Specialist (CCS); Collects all payments due on patient accounts and assures journals are closed and balanced daily; Answers all incoming calls and engages with patients by always upholding Quality Standards; Performs registration, check-in duties, and operator duties (Refer to workflows in Practice Management Sharesite); Responds to all forms of communication (Email, Tasks, Etc.) according to communication policy; Collects all registration documents required prior to the patient leaving the office (Consent to Treat, Insurance Card, ID, Registration Form); Understands the organization's commitment to providing a high-quality of patient care; Promotes a Patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to maintain recognized medical industry standards of high quality, client-centered services that are HIPAA compliant
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Computer expertise in database input
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Excellent customer service skills
• Bilingual in Spanish/English, preferred
  
  

Education and Experience

• At least 1 year of experience in medical front office operations preferred - including but not limited to registration process, use of medical terminology, medical insurance, and referral authorizations
• Previous experience working with Electronic Health Records preferred
• Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  
  

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 24 pounds
• Operates in an office setting at times and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion and frequent phone calls/conversations