Patient Affairs Specialist Arabic speaker

GluCare Integrated Diabetic Center; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Dubai is seeking a Patient Affairs Specialist to be the first point of contact for patients. Responsibilities include assisting patients at the front desk, managing appointments, and providing support with inquiries. Ideal candidates have a strong customer service background, preferably in healthcare, with excellent communication and organizational skills. This role plays a vital part in ensuring efficient operations and seamless patient care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a front-desk role, preferably in healthcare or hospitality.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist patients at the front desk.
• Manage patient appointments and check-ins/check-outs.
• Assist with insurance verification and billing inquiries.
• Maintain front-desk efficiency with administrative tasks.
• Coordinate communication between patients and healthcare providers.

Skills

Customer service background

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Location: 268 Al Wasl Rd, Dubai AND/OR Grove Mall, Al Barsha, Dubai

Job summary:

The Patient Affairs Specialist will be the first point of contact for patients, ensuring smooth and efficient front-desk operations. This role involves welcoming and assisting patients, managing appointments, handling inquiries, and coordinating with medical teams to provide seamless care. The ideal candidate has a strong customer service background, preferably in healthcare or hospitality, with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

1. Front Desk & Patient Reception:

• Welcome, greet, and assist patients with a warm and professional approach.
• Manage patient check-ins and check-outs, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.
• Provide essential information about the clinic’s services, policies, and procedures.

2. Appointment & Scheduling Management:

• Coordinate patient appointments, ensuring optimal scheduling for doctors and specialists.
• Manage appointment confirmations, reminders, and follow-ups to minimize no-shows.
• Update and maintain accurate patient records in the electronic medical records (EMR) system.

3. Patient Experience & Support:

• Serve as the primary contact for patient inquiries, concerns, and requests.
• Assist patients with insurance verification and billing inquiries.
• Provide clear guidance on clinic workflows, procedures, and digital health tools.

4. Administrative & Operational Support:

• Maintain front-desk efficiency by managing daily administrative tasks.
• Ensure a tidy, organized, and welcoming reception area.
• Collaborate with medical and operations teams to optimize patient flow and minimize wait times.

5. Coordination & Communication:

• Act as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and administrative teams.
• Ensure effective internal communication to support seamless patient care.
• Handle confidential patient information in compliance with data protection regulations.

Understand, follow and support all hospital infection control programs