Patient Access & Scheduling Specialist

Orlando Health, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health, Inc. is seeking a front office assistant to support ambulatory/physician office operations. You will handle patient registration, telephone coverage, appointment scheduling, and patient referrals under supervision.

The role emphasizes accurate data collection, adherence to policies, and professional interaction with patients and families. Prior clerical or customer service experience is valued, with a High School diploma required.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months experience in a clerical office, or general business, and/or customer service setting
• High School graduate or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Schedules patient appointments according to practice specific scheduling protocols and patient preference, to include obtaining required pre-certification and authorization for office visit(s) when required.
• Obtains accurate and complete patient demographic and insurance information.
• Processes all requests for medical records according to Orlando Health and department specific policies and procedures.
• Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and OHPE (OHPG, OPN) policy, procedures, and value statements.
• Demonstrates competency in use of office equipment, technology, and answers telephone calls appropriately.
• Demonstrate a Commitment to Excellence standards and actively engages to improve overall patient satisfaction experience.
• Interacts with patients and families in a professional manner.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Indicator activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Practices the efficient use of supplies.
• Assists billing service as requested.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Orlando Health, Inc. is seeking a front office assistant to support ambulatory/physician office operations. You will handle patient registration, telephone coverage, appointment scheduling, and patient referrals under supervision.

The role emphasizes accurate data collection, adherence to policies, and professional interaction with patients and families. Prior clerical or customer service experience is valued, with a High School diploma required.