PHYSICIAN RELATIONS ASSOCIATE
Department: Medical Affairs / Clinic Operations
Reports To: Physician Relations Managers
Industry: Healthcare
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Physician Relations Associate who will support the Physician Relations team in managing physician-related activities, regulatory requirements, healthcare projects, and administrative coordination.
The role also supports PhilHealth/Konsulta operations, including patient eligibility verification, claims-related processes, billing and coding, and coordination with healthcare providers and the PhilHealth Konsulta team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Physician Relations
- Support the Physician Relations Manager in complying with regulatory, safety, and reporting requirements related to physicians.
- Assist in preparing promotional materials for pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and other healthcare products in accordance with regulatory requirements and applicable standards.
- Assist in developing modules and materials for departmental learning initiatives.
- Serve as a liaison and communication channel between management and administrative staff.
- Help address medical-administrative concerns and maintain effective communication with staff.
- Perform other duties necessary for the effective performance of the role.
PhilHealth Officer / Konsulta
- Verify PhilKonsulta-registered patients through the IHCP website based on monthly reports submitted by nurses.
- Facilitate SAP generation for the first tranche and ensure proper charging to PhilHealth.
- Coordinate with the PhilHealth Konsulta team.
- Facilitate the charging of registered PhilKonsulta patients through BizBox.
- Accurately code and bill medical procedures, diagnoses, and treatments using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
- Coordinate with healthcare providers to clarify diagnoses and procedures.
- Verify the accuracy of billing information.
- Handle patient and physician inquiries concerning billing and coding concerns.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate from a reputable school.
- Preferably with 2-3 years of relevant work experience in the healthcare industry.
- ICD-10 Certified.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Filipino.
- Computer literate, with knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office.
- Able to read, interpret, and apply clinic policies and procedures.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- Demonstrates leadership potential and sound decision-making abilities.
- Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Results-oriented and capable of working under pressure.
- Flexible and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Approachable, conversant, and tactful when dealing with patients.
- High degree of integrity and professionalism.
- Willing to continuously develop professionally and personally through training.
- Positive attitude toward work, colleagues, superiors, and the organization.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking someone who is organized, analytical, proactive, and people-oriented, with the ability to coordinate effectively with physicians, healthcare providers, patients, and internal teams.