Patient Services Coord. II

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Patient Services Coordinator II to provide vital administrative support in a high-volume ambulatory setting. This role is essential for enhancing patient-provider interactions, ensuring confidentiality, and managing complex patient issues. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational skills, a strong command of medical terminology, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving patient care and service quality in a collaborative environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong command of medical terminology and English language.
• Ability to manage complex patient issues and provide solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to healthcare providers in a busy setting.
• Manage patient check-in and check-out processes, ensuring confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in healthcare administration

Tools

EPIC systems

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

The Patient Services Coordinator II, under general supervision of the Practice Manager, provides administrative support to health care providers in a high-volume ambulatory setting, functioning as the primary interface between the patient and providers. The emphasis is placed on the ability to organize priorities, complete tasks, manage confidential patient information, and enhance the quality of service to patients.

• Performs all check-in and check-out functions, as outlined by the MGH/MGPO Front Desk Standards of Operations.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy, that are consistent with HIPAA guidelines.
• Provides support and information to providers to problem solve and manage complex administrative patient issues.
• Triages and manages complex telephone calls, utilizing courteous customer service skills.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy, that are consistent with HIPAA guidelines.
• Completely performs and is a resource to other team members in all revenue enhancement activities, including but not limited to registration verification, co-payment collection, cash management, encounter form reconcilement, etc.
• Schedules patient appointments and schedules procedures using the Epic systems, Cadence and Epic Clinical programs.
• Manages Epic In Baskets & Epic Workqueues
• Coordinates and tracks appointments via Epic Follow Up Work Queue Lists
• Assists with training and orientation of new staff, where applicable.
• Performs all other related tasks which would facilitate the flow of patients through the practice, or which would enhance the quality of service to patients.
• Other duties as directed.

• Good command of the English language, including medical terminology
• Knowledge of EPIC
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills, flexibility to manage multiple tasks and accurate attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to solve problems and resolve complex issues on behalf of providers and patients
• Knowledge of computer applications necessary to function in administrative role; including but not limited to Outlook, MSOffice

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.