Patient Service Representative- Orthopedics Casual (As Needed, Non Benefited)

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Service Representative for Orthopedics (Casual, As Needed, Non Benefited). This part-time role supports patient check-in/out, processes registrations, collects payments, and assists with scheduling within the Orthopedics department.

Prior customer service experience is preferred, and a high school diploma or GED is required. Responsibilities include greeting patients, verifying information, posting payments, and maintaining a clean waiting area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 0–2 years of experience in a customer service position.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and guests, confirm identity and provide information about visit.
• Complete check-in and check-out functions as directed.
• Confirm and update patient identification, demographics, and insurance information.
• Register patients as needed and collect co-payments or balances.
• Post payments and process billing information; perform end-of-day cash drawer closing.
• Keep waiting area clean and comfortable.
• Inform patients of delays or changes in appointment status.
• Schedule appointments as necessary.
• May float to other ICCs/departments when assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Patient Service Representative- Orthopedics Casual (As Needed, Non Benefited)

• Part-time
• Salary Range Minimum : $18.84
• Salary Range Maximum: $24.49
• Compensation: USD 18.84 - USD 24.49 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

The Patient Service Representative reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheresto the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies,procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Patient Service Representative supports the service area by checking patients in and out of appointments.This role will consistently demonstrate exemplary customer service when assisting patients and guests.

Responsibilities:

• Communicates with patients and guests including greeting them upon arrival, confirming identity andproviding necessary information related to their visit.
• Completes check-in/out functions as directed.
• Confirms and updates patient identification and demographic/insurance information.
• Completes patient registration as needed.
• Collects co-payments, past due balances and point of service payments.
• Posts payments, process billing information and perform “end of day” cash drawer closing.
• Keeps waiting area clean and comfortable.
• Informs patients of any delays or changes in appointment status.
• Schedules appointments as necessary.
• For PSRs in the Immediate Care Clinics (ICC), float to other ICCs/departments.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Zero (0) to two (2) years’ experience in a customer service position.

Preferred

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit ourBenefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

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