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    Patient Services Specialist I/II - Galveston, United States - University of Texas Medical Branch

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    ***This is an open-pooled position. Applicants' education/experience will be considered and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate. ***

    Job Summary:

    Patient Service Specialist I –

    The Patient Services Specialist I creates a positive patient experience by consistently exceeding expectations in customer service and patient care, by coordinating clerical and medical activities of a healthcare team, patient registration activities, and facilitating access to UTMB services for new and returning patients.

    Patient Service Specialist II –

    The Patient Services Specialist II has advanced Patient Services Specialist skills and is proficient in independently maintaining a positive patient experience by consistently exceeding expectations in customer service and patient care, by coordinating clerical and medical activities of a healthcare team, patient registration activities and facilitating access to UTMB services for new and returning patients

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Patient Service Specialist I –


    • Associate degree and no experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience relevant to the role may be considered for this position.

    Patient Service Specialist II –

    Associate degree and one year of clerical or customer service experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience relevant to the role may be considered for this position.

    Required: For departments reporting under Health System Ambulatory Operations, a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Certification must be maintained for the duration of their employment in this position

    Job Duties:

    CUSTOMER SERVICE:


    • Provides high level customer service in all interactions with internal and external customers.


    • Provides direct, professional, and knowledgeable interactions with patients, physicians, referral sources, and the treatment team.


    • Answers calls accurately and with exceptional customer service at all times.


    • Ensures caller's needs are met and accurate information is obtained.


    • Ensures calls are documented and triaged appropriately ensuring patient satisfaction and patient safety. Completes telephone encounter process if appropriate.


    • Acts as patient advocate and liaisons with various departments to meet mutual goals.


    • Maintains patient confidentiality regarding access to patient and other clinical information via email, computer, fax and mail.


    • Addresses concerns of patients, provides service recovery, and escalates issues as needed.

    SCHEDULING:


    • Applies the policies of the clinical entity to schedule appointments.


    • Coordinates financial counseling for day surgery.


    • Completes reminder calls to patients for scheduled appointments.


    • Educates patient/responsible parties regarding billing process and any additional financial responsibilities including third party benefits information.


    • Provides out of pocket cost estimates to patients.


    • Counsels patients about unpaid bills.


    • Obtains future appointments at time of service for clinic follow-up, referrals, and ancillary services.

    ARRIVAL:


    • Arrives patients and prepares paperwork/chart for visit.


    • Appropriately receipts all monies collected, tokens distributed, and deferments authorized.

    REGISTRATION:


    • Verifies, ensures eligibility, and pre-registers patients by obtaining patient demographics and third-party coverage(s) at every encounter.


    • Obtains and documents information required for third party reimbursement.


    • Ensures compliance with Medicare and third-party coverage.


    • Communicates with patient, referral source, UTMB physician and clinical staff regarding any obstacle to access or authorization.

    DISPOSITION:


    • Fully dispositions each patient within the designated timeline.


    • Adheres to internal controls established for department.

    Salary Range:

    Actual salary commensurate with experience.


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