Overview
The Patient Representative (Front Desk) provides exceptional customer services to CEENTA patients through effective telephonic, virtual, and in-person communication at scheduling, check-in, and check-out.
Responsibilities
- Greet patients arriving for their appointments and monitor patient flow to ensure efficient and courteous service.
- Collect, enter and verify patient demographic and insurance information in the electronic health records (EHR) system.
- Schedule, reschedule and cancel patient appointments in the EHR system.
- Operate a multi-line telephone system and respond to voicemails in a timely manner.
- Complete patient check-in & check-out processes.
- Assist patients with Kiosk usage and monitor Department Appointments Report for errors.
- Collect patient balances, copays and coinsurances; educate patients on demand statements and payment plans.
- Maintain applicable workqueues in the EHR system and index documents from the document management system into the EHR system.
- Maintain the appearance of the lobby and patient common areas; demonstrate compliance with CEENTA policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with patients, families, and team members to ensure concise and timely information flow; meet the physical and mental demands of the position and work on-site.
- Maintain regular, predictable, and prompt attendance.
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Customer or patient-facing experience, preferably in a medical office setting.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: n/a
Skills & Abilities
- Proficient in EMR system and Document Management System
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
- Professional verbal and written communication; ability to handle sensitive information
- Professional demeanor and strong customer service orientation
- Mathematical aptitude and typing aptitude
Core Competencies
- Customer Service: Provide exemplary service and a positive patient experience.
- Effective Communication: Communicate clearly with patients and clinic staff in person, by phone, and via EHR messaging.
- Information Collection & Management: Accurately collect and monitor data, handling PHI in compliance with HIPAA.
- Multi-Tasking & Adaptability: Manage changing demands and maintain clinic flow.
- Personal & Professional Ethics: Maintain integrity and adherence to CEENTA policies and HIPAA.
Training Period
Corporate Epic training, 6-8 weeks of on-the-job training with CEENTA staff and Operations Management, with check-ins and audits after training completion.
Work Environment
Busy eye, ear, nose & throat practice. May involve exposure to contagious diseases and use of PPE. Standard medical office equipment is used.
Position Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Health Care Provider
- Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
- Hours: Non-exempt, core hours Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (hours may vary)
Travel
No travel is required for this position.
Other Notes
This description is not a comprehensive listing of duties and responsibilities. CEENTA reserves the right to amend essential job functions as needed.