Patient Representative - Gastroenterology Clinic

Methodist Health System

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

12 hours ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

An application made for this job — a tailored resume and cover letter that speak straight to the posting.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Methodist Medical Group in North Texas is seeking a Patient Representative to greet, instruct, and schedule patients, register them in the computer system, and determine insurance benefits. You will serve as a liaison between patients and clinical staff in a fast-paced office environment.

The role requires strong communication, familiarity with medical terminology, and accurate data entry. Prior front-office experience with medical management software and a high school education are preferred.

Qualifications

Knowledge of front office procedures and medical terminology.
Excellent grammar and spelling; clear telephone communication.
Experience with medical management software preferred.

Responsibilities

Greets patients promptly and courteously.
Checks in patients and updates demographic and insurance information.
Registers new patients in the computer system.
Answers calls and forwards messages.
Maintains a neat reception and filing area.
Coordinates with Practice Manager to resolve issues.
Adheres to confidentiality requirements.
Handles payments and processes charges.
Attends staff meetings as scheduled.
Input daily balance of charges as assigned.

Skills

Front desk

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Data entry

Typing 40 wpm

Telephone etiquette

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Medical management software

Job description

Hours of Work

8am to 5pm

Days Of Week

Monday- Friday

Job Description

JOB TITLE: PATIENT REPRESENTATIVE

DEPARTMENT: PATIENT CARE FACILITY

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: REPORTS DIRECTLY TO OFFICE MANAGER

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: NONE

JOB SUMMARY: GREETS, INSTRUCTS AND SCHEDULES PATIENTS, REGISTERS PATIENTS INTO THE COMPUTER SYSTEM, AND DETERMINES THEIR INSURANCE BENEFITS. SERVES AS A LIAISON BETWEEN PATIENT AND CLINICAL SUPPORT STAFF.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains strictest confidentiality.
Greets patients in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner.
Checks-in patients, verifies and updates demographic and insurance information to the medical record. Assists patients with ambulatory difficulties. Follows office scheduling policies. Collects payments and enters charges into computer system.
Registers new patients into computer system and verifies all patients’ addresses, telephone numbers and insurance information.
Answers telephone, screens calls, takes messages, and conveys information to appropriate parties. Proficiency with medical office technology systems.
Maintains work area and reception area in neat and orderly manner.
Advises Practice Manager of problems and concerns in the Front Office and helps in problem solving.
Attends educational and staff meetings as scheduled.
Determine and input daily balance of charges and receipts as assigned by the Office Manager.

Performance Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of front office procedures and medical terminology. Excellent grammar and spelling skills. Knowledge in operation of medical office technology systems. Skill in greeting patients and answering the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner. Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instruction. Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.

Education

High school education or equivalent

Experience and Skills

Strong communication skills with consistent incorporation of judgement and discretion.
Working knowledge of medical terminology and coding preferred.

Previous two years in a front office using medical management software preferred.

Previous typing or data entry at 40 wpm experience.

Typical Physical Demands

Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time. Some bending and stooping required. Requires occasional lifting up to 50 pounds of boxes of paper. Requires manual dexterity to operate office technology. Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to read numbers, policies, and computer terminals. Requires hearing within normal range for telephone use.

Typical Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment and requires both desk and counter work. Frequent contact with employees and outside agencies. Continual patient contact may involve dealing with angry and upset people.

About Methodist Medical Group

Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 92 MMG ambulatory clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW. Our employees enjoy not only competitive salaries but also the outstanding benefits package of Methodist Health System, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a matched retirement plan; an employee wellness program; and more. The opportunities for career growth are equally generous. Our affiliation means being part of an award-winning workplace:

Awards and Recognition