Patient Services Associate

Texas A&M University; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Retirement plan (TRS)

LinkedIn Learning access

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Dallas seeks a Patient Services Associate I to support the Clinical Affairs department in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The role requires professional conduct, strong organizational skills, and the ability to assist executives and patients efficiently.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, 2+ years in an office setting, and proficiency with basic office software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of related experience in a general office setting
• Some college credit hours
• Cashier experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in patients and assist with questions and needs.
• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits; obtain referrals/authorizations as required.
• Collect payments and document in the electronic medical records system.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Office protocol

Multi-line phone system

Education

High school diploma

Some college credit hours

Job description

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Job Title

Patient Services Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Clinical Affairs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Dallas, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research, and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The College of Dentistry is looking for a Patient Services Associate I to serve in the department of Clinical Affairs. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine.

What you need to know

Salary range: $19.56/hour

Work Schedule/Location: Located in Dallas, Texas, this is an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two years of related experience in a general office setting

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Knowledge of standard office protocol and the use of standard office equipment
• Knowledge of the use of a multi-line phone system

Preferred Education and Experience

• Some college credit hours
• More than two years of related experience in a general office setting
• Cashier experience
• Bilingual in a language (Spanish/English)

Responsibilities

• Patient Service Associate - Provides customer service to patients (both scheduling appointments and arriving to appointments) and maintains patient records and statistics in accordance with established procedures. Greets and checks in patients, assisting them with their questions and needs. Verifies patients’ insurance eligibility and benefits and obtains referrals and/or authorizations required for payment.
• Financial - Collects payments for services and documents payments in electronic medical records. Handles patient’s financial accounts. Balances monies received and creates a report for designated personnel.
• Treatment Code Data Entry - Assists Clinic Coordinator with entering treatment codes, assists in processing patient refunds and assists in collection of PHI.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.