Patient Rep-Phys Billing-PD

Catholic Health; Greenvale (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Greenvale is seeking a Patient Representative to support administrative duties related to patient care. Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing billing. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, with an associates degree preferred, and be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask, and knowledge of medical terminology as you assist both patients and healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree or completion of a related specialty program in an accredited school is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook is a must.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and schedule appointments.
• Handle physician correspondence and ensure timely billing.
• Assist with patient chart preparation and contacting insurance companies.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Excellent interpersonal skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Multitasking

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree or completion of a related specialty program

Job description

Position Summary

The Patient Representative is assigned to administrative duties and responsibilities related to patient care in a team-based care and integrative health environment.

Responsibilities

• Answering phones
• Scheduling appointments
• Handling physician correspondence
• Responsible for accurate and timely billing
• Perform follow up on outstanding accounts
• Cash posting and reconciliation
• Preparing patient charts for visits
• Contacting insurance companies for referrals and authorizations
• Assisting patients with various needs when not providing direct patient care clinical support

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• Associates degree or completion of a related specialty program in an accredited school is preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication skills to enhance population specific service, team collaboration and analytical problem-solving
• Can multitask and work efficiently
• Knowledge of medical terminology desirable
• Able to use, maintain and troubleshoot office equipment

Salary Range

USD $21.00 - USD $31.00 /Hr.