Patient Access Associate (Full Time)

White Plains Hospital; Village of Tarrytown (NY); Presencial; USD 28 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Patient Access Center representative to respond to multi-channel inquiries, schedule appointments, and verify patient information. The role requires a high school diploma and strong customer service skills in a fast-paced environment.

Day shift with Mon-Fri, varied hours and 8:00 AM–4:00 PM scheduling; 75 hours per pay period. Experience in physician practice or call centers is preferred; familiarity with EMR systems is a plus.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous customer service experience required.
• Previous physician practice experience preferred.
• Previous call center experience preferred.
• Basic medical terminology and EMR experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Understands and adheres to WPH standards and policies.
• Responds to multi-channel inquiries about appointments, referrals, and refills.
• Maintains call queues and processes calls efficiently with high customer experience.
• Demonstrates active listening, empathy, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Strives to resolve inquiries in a single interaction.
• Ensures proper patient identification, accurate demographics and insurance coverage; updates records.
• Performs front desk duties at offsite practices as needed (scheduling, registration).
• Provides feedback and collaborates to improve department performance.
• Attends mandatory meetings and participates in workgroups or projects.
• Completes all annual requirements and other assigned duties.

Conhecimentos

Customer service

Multi-channel inquiries

English communication

Telephone etiquette

Time management

Teamwork

Professionalism

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Electronic scheduling

Descrição da oferta de emprego

City/State:

White Plains, New York

Department:

Patient Access Center_5

Work Shift:

Day

Work Days:

MON-FRI, VARIED HOURS

Scheduled Hours:

8 AM-4 PM

Hours Per Pay Period:

75

Pay Rate/Range:

$20.4737-$30.1987

For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:

1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.

2. Responds to multi-channel inquiries regarding appointments, referrals, refills, etc. in accordance with established scheduling guidelines and clinical escalation protocols.

3. Remains aware of call queues and complete call processing in an efficient manner while maintaining high level of customer experience.

4. Displays active listening, empathy, courtesy, and professionalism with callers and colleagues.

5. Strives to resolve caller’s inquiries in a single interaction.

6. Fulfills responsibilities to ensure proper patient identification, accurate demographics and insurance coverage, and managing/updating patient medical records.

7. Performs general office/clerical duties at offsite practices as needed, including scheduling, registration, and other front desk duties.

8. Provides feedback and collaborates with colleagues and leadership to improve departmental performance.

9. Attends mandatory meetings/in-services and participates in workgroups or projects as assigned.

10. Completes all annual mandatory requirements and conditions of employment. 11. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required Previous customer service experience required. Previous physician practice experience preferred Previous call center experience preferred Basic medical terminology, electronic scheduling, electronic medical record experience preferred

Core Competencies

Ability to speak, write, understand, and communicate in English language Ability to handle high volume of calls through the day Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment Ability to deal professionally and efficiently with all levels of management and external constituencies Self-starter, self-motivated and ability to work without supervision Flexible, organized and able to set priorities and manage time Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills (both verbal and written) Exhibit active listening, empathy, courtesy, and professionalism at all times

Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment

Ability to use computer for extensive periods of time May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc. Occasional lift and/or move of 15 to 20 lbs. Requires movement about the department as needed throughout the day Ability to sit for extended periods of time Ability to handle high call volume

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Plains Hospital Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.