Patient Affairs Specialist

Metabolic; Dubai; Sur place; AED 78 000 - 123 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Metabolic in Dubai is seeking a Patient Affairs Specialist to be the first point of contact from registration to checkout, ensuring a welcoming, efficient patient journey.

You will handle registrations, insurance verification, appointments, inquiries, and coordinate with clinical, pharmacy and billing teams, while upholding DHA standards and patient privacy.

This role requires UAE experience, English fluency, and strong organizational skills to maintain smooth front desk operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; diploma acceptable in Healthcare Administration, Business or related field.
• 2+ years UAE front desk, patient affairs or healthcare customer service experience.
• Strong English communication; Arabic is a plus; proficiency in MS Office and healthcare management/CRM systems.

Responsabilités

• Patient Reception & Registration: Welcome patients, register, update records, verify insurance and manage documents.
• Patient Experience & Communication: Answer inquiries, guide patients through clinic process, address concerns, support multilingual interactions.
• Administrative & Operational Support: Coordinate front desk, patient flow, scheduling, data privacy, and cross-functional collaboration.

Connaissances

Customer service

Multilingual communication

Front desk operations

Organizational skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Diploma

Outils

MS Office

Healthcare CRM

Description du poste

About Metabolic

Metabolic is a pioneering healthcare facility dedicated to redefining diabetes management through cutting-edge technology, AI-driven care, and a patient-centric approach.

Job Summary

The Patient Affairs Specialist serves as the first point of contact for patients at metabolic, ensuring an exceptional experience from registration through to checkout. This role combines patient-facing responsibilities with administrative and coordination tasks to ensure seamless operations and outstanding service delivery in line with Glucare’s values and patient-centered approach.

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Reception & Registration

Welcome patients warmly and provide a professional, courteous first impression.

Register new patients and update existing patient records in the system accurately.

Verify insurance details, eligibility, and collect necessary documents.

Manage appointment bookings, confirmations, and follow-ups.

2. Patient Experience & Communication

Address patient inquiries in person, over the phone, and via email with professionalism and empathy.

Guide patients through the clinic process (consultations, diagnostics, pharmacy, billing).

Handle patient complaints or concerns effectively, escalating where required.

Support multilingual communication and maintain cultural sensitivity in interactions.

3. Administrative & Operational Support

Manage daily front desk operations including patient flow and scheduling.

Ensure proper handling of patient information in compliance with DHA regulations and data privacy policies.

Coordinate with clinical teams, pharmacy, and billing departments to ensure smooth service delivery.

Maintain front desk organization, appearance, and readiness at all times.

Team & Organizational Contribution

Support initiatives to improve patient engagement and satisfaction.

Participate in training programs and staff meetings as required.

Assist in quality improvement and accreditation processes.

Understands, follows and supports all hospital infection control programs to ensure patient and staff safety.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or diploma in Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field.
• Prior UAE experience (minimum 2 years) in front desk, patient affairs, or customer service in a healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare insurance processes and DHA standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Proficiency in MS Office and healthcare management/CRM systems.

Key Competencies

• Patient-focused with a strong commitment to service excellence.
• Professional demeanor and grooming in line with healthcare standards.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with patience and empathy.
• Team player with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.