Patient Service Representative I

Hastings Center, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Flexible work arrangements

403(b) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement paths

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Howard University Hospital is seeking a Patient Service Representative I to greet and assist patients, schedule appointments, verify insurance, and handle front-desk tasks with strong customer service. The role supports the Ambulatory Care Center in a full-time capacity.

Responsibilities include answering calls, confirming appointments, collecting co-pays, and coordinating with the business office on balances from prior visits. Strong communication and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 1–3 years of general work experience preferred.
• AA/AS may be substituted for 4 years of required work experience.
• A BA/BS may be substituted for up to 4 years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Greets and directs patients for appointments, referrals, and general information with excellent customer service.
• Answers telephones, screens calls, takes messages, and schedules appointments using the scheduling system.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and assists in collecting payments.
• Manages front office processes to improve financial performance and customer service levels.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Phone coordination

Insurance verification

Scheduling appointments

Cash handling

Education

High School diploma or GED

BA/BS acceptable for up to 4 years experience

Job description

## Patient Service Representative IApply: Hospital Tower - Ambulatory Care Center: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: JR108682The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.Here is what we offer: * ***Health & Wellness:*** Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support* ***Work-Life Balance:*** PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements* ***Financial Wellness:*** Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match* ***Professional Development:*** Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths* ***Additional Perks:*** Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture**Join Howard University and thrive with us!** https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness**BASIC FUNCTION:**The purpose of this position is to provide assistance to patients, staff, Faculty/Students of Howard University Hospital Faculty Practice Plan.**SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:**Involves no responsibility or authority for the direction of others.**NATURE AND SCOPE:**External contacts include a variety of third-party payers, dental organizations, patients, and other healthcare personnel. Internal contacts include the dental faculty and staff.**PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:*** Greets and directs patients for appointments, referrals, and general information utilizing excellent and effective customer service skills.* Answers telephones, screens calls as directed, takes messages, and schedules appointments utilizing the computerized scheduling system. Also, confirms appointments and provides patient instructions verbally or in writing in order for patients to prepare for appointments.* Ensures that patients are handled consistently and scheduled for appointments in a manner that recognizes the urgency of their needs and complaints.* Implements effective front office business processes that will result in improved financial performance and will preserve or improve current customer service levels. These processes will include, but are not limited to, point of service patient registration into the Axium system, insurance verification and pre-authorizations prior to patient visits, history verification, and collection of time of service payments and co-pays.* Works with patients and the business office on unpaid balances from previous visits prior to scheduling subsequent appointments.* Verifies insurance eligibility and assists in collecting payments.* Performs other related duties as assigned.**CORE COMPETENCIES:*** Knowledge of the activities of the Division in order to perform necessary clerical functions and requirements of the organization, including knowledge of hospital policies and third-party payers.* Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.* Ability to perform basic math functions, compute rates, ratios, and percents, and to interpret bar graphs.* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.* Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.* Ability to operate a computer, photocopier, and other standard office equipment.* Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetical or numeric systems.* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.* Ability to communicate English orally and in writing with people from various educational levels and backgrounds, as well as the ability to speak clearly and concisely.* Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and prioritize work in situations where demands of a diverse nature are involved.**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:*** High School diploma or GED and 1-3 years of general work experience. AA/AS may be substituted for 4 years of required work experience. A BA/BS may be substituted for up to 4 years of work experience.**Compliance Salary Range Disclosure**Expected Pay Range: $19/hr - $20/hr