Patient Coordinator

Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401k + employer matching

Paid time off & holidays

Paid maternity leave

Optical education reimbursement

Competitive base pay

Job summary

Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers in Elizabethtown, KY seeks a Patient Coordinator to serve as the first point of contact, ensuring a smooth check-in/out process and exceptional patient care within ophthalmology. The role requires strong customer service and the ability to communicate with patients and clinicians.

Responsibilities include managing patient flow, verifying insurance, and handling inquiries across multiple channels, with a focus on accuracy and courteous service in a busy clinic setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Favorable result on background check.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with common software.
• Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor.
• Willingness to learn and grow within ophthalmology operations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient flow and check-in/out processes.
• Verify medical and vision insurances for visits.
• Communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and managers.
• Answer inquiries via phone, email, and in person.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Title: Patient Coordinator Company: Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers Location: Elizabethtown, KY Travel: There will be required travel to our other clinics in the area on an as-needed basis.

Perks

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Optical Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Base Pay

Hours

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:00pm.
• You must have open availability to work any/all shifts within these hours.
• You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Favorable result on Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Excitement to learn and grow

Essential Functions

• Facilitate patient flow
• Verify medical and vision insurances
• Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
• Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in person requests

Company: Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers

Job Title: Patient Coordinator

Department: Ophthalmology

Reports To: Patient Coordinator Manager

Location: This position is located in Elizabethtown, KY.

SUMMARY

A Patient Coordinator is trained to act as the first point of contact for our patients where they set the tone for the patient's visit through excellent patient care. This employee will also perform the necessary administrative responsibilities needed to create a smooth check-in/out experience for patients.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone). Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
• Answer phones (both external and internal); assure prompt, courteous service at all times
• Practice urgency at all times with patients' time, as well as Doctor's time and schedule
• Manage patient flow in the office
• Knowledge of common fees charged for common visits and collect correct payments
• Complete daily reconciliations / close day / countdown cash drawer
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Minimum Required: None

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25-50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity, including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus, is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.