What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Service Representative Float Pool position at IHA?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.
We are looking for a genuine, friendly, and empathetic self-starter to join the SAMG Clerical Float Pool Team!
As a Patient Service Representative, you will play a significant part in creating a great experience for patients and their families! The Patient Service Representative will work in partnership with our physicians and clinical staff to take care of patients’ administrative needs. You will be responsible for checking in patients for appointments, collecting patient co-pays, answering telephones, taking accurate messages, scheduling appointments, and checking insurance eligibility. You will also need to be comfortable using our electronic medical record (EPIC) to update required information.
Our ideal candidate is friendly, detail-oriented, a quick learner and has a passion for providing a high-quality customer service experience to our patients. He or she will also need to utilize excellent communication skills while communicating with patients and families. The ability to provide superior customer service while utilizing independent decision-making skills will be essential in this position.
POSITION DETAILS: The Float Pool is a wonderful way to learn about many different medical specialties, broaden your experience, and is a great fit for those who are flexible, adaptable, and have a desire to grow!
This Full-Time position will support clinic coverage for all of the SAMG Medical Clinics in the Treasure Valley. The hours for this position will typically be from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM - locations will vary. Weekend availability is required.
Minimum Qualifications
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.
We are looking for a genuine, friendly, and empathetic self-starter to join the SAMG Clerical Float Pool Team!
As a Patient Service Representative, you will play a significant part in creating a great experience for patients and their families! The Patient Service Representative will work in partnership with our physicians and clinical staff to take care of patients’ administrative needs. You will be responsible for checking in patients for appointments, collecting patient co-pays, answering telephones, taking accurate messages, scheduling appointments, and checking insurance eligibility. You will also need to be comfortable using our electronic medical record (EPIC) to update required information.
Our ideal candidate is friendly, detail-oriented, a quick learner and has a passion for providing a high-quality customer service experience to our patients. He or she will also need to utilize excellent communication skills while communicating with patients and families. The ability to provide superior customer service while utilizing independent decision-making skills will be essential in this position.
POSITION DETAILS: The Float Pool is a wonderful way to learn about many different medical specialties, broaden your experience, and is a great fit for those who are flexible, adaptable, and have a desire to grow!
This Full-Time position will support clinic coverage for all of the SAMG Medical Clinics in the Treasure Valley. The hours for this position will typically be from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM - locations will vary. Weekend availability is required.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous customer service experience required. Healthcare experience preferred. Electronic health record (EHR) experience a plus. Medical terminology preferred.
- Experience with process improvement or lean philosophy preferred.
- Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions
- Protects patients’ rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information and follows guidelines for HIPPA regulations
- Maintains operations by following policies and procedures and reports needed changes
- Acknowledges and greets patients immediately, providing a positive customer service experience
- Registers patients for appointments and completes paperwork
- Verifies and updates existing patient and insurance information
- Keeps patient appointments on schedule by notifying provider of patient’s arrival
- Informs patients immediately of delays, explains why, and the anticipated wait time
- Collect, record, and communicate to patients their responsible balances for visit, diagnostic testing, supplies, etc.
- Maintain knowledge of different payer practices and deductibles
- Assist patients with all aspects of Financial Assistance Paperwork
- Control credit extended to patients via a payment plan
- Maintain business office inventory and equipment and order supplies
- Maintain a neat work area including the reception area
- Follow Cash Control Policy and Procedure and balances daily financial activities. Ensure collection of payments at time of service
- Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health.
- Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Saint Alphonsus Health System.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.