Patient Service Representative

Job description

Title: Customer Service Representative
Location: Onsite
Status: Full-time, Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Customer Service Representative, working under the supervision of the organization’s Operations Manager, provides direct service to patients. They are often the first and last person a patient interacts with at LCH&D and therefore play an integral role in managing the overall patient experience. Customer Service Representatives are expected to work closely with providers and other staff members and function as a team player to meet and exceed the needs of the patient.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• At least 2 years of experience as a receptionist, secretary, or customer service representative preferably in a healthcare setting (equivalent experience in another office setting is acceptable.)
• Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Knowledge of dental and medical terminology.
• Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to LCH&D i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc.
• Strong computer skills with proficiencies in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Accurate typing and data entry skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.
• Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Perform patient registrations by completing an accurate face-to-face discussion to obtain demographic, insurance, financial and appointment related information.
• Schedule appointments in accordance with guidelines.
• Complete daily scanning/indexing duties as assigned, to include assisting other departments as needed.
• Collect co-pay/account payments-return receipts and change.
• Monitor accepted insurance plans and validation thereof.
• Work closely with the billing department to ensure compliance of the payment process and ensure appropriate corrections are made as needed.
• Ensure that adequate office supplies are available to complete tasks and is aware of utilization of the same.
• Prioritize and multi-task to meet the demands of a busy office including high-volume of phone calls and walk-in traffic.
• Maintain patient flow.
• Build positive relationships with internal and external customers/ patients.
• Demonstrate professional phone etiquette and take complete and accurate phone messages.
• Must maintain accurate records.
• Comply with HIPAA guidelines as all times

BENEFITS
• Excellent Training and Orientation Program
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Coverage
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC.
LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department.