Patient Services Coordinator I - TKC Urology - AM (042)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a Patient Services Coordinator I to support TKC Urology. You will handle scheduling, patient check-in/out, insurance data entry, and coordination of care across satellite clinics under supervision.

The role requires strong customer service, organizational skills, and familiarity with medical terminology and PC software. A positive team player attitude and clear communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year office/clerical experience in customer service or clinical environment.
• Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills; excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology; advanced knowledge of PC applications, software, and database management.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and add-on patients to clinic; answer telephones and route calls.
• Enter demographic and insurance data into IDX system; obtain authorizations and referrals.
• Schedule surgical cases; check in/out patients; collect copays; follow up with patients as needed.
• Coordinate patient care at satellite clinics with outside staff.
• Perform related clerical duties such as home health forms and patient/family leave forms.

Skills

Customer service

Call center

Physician office

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

PC applications

Data management

Telephone skills

English grammar

Education

High school diploma

Tools

IDX system

Job description

Patient Services Coordinator I - TKC Urology - AM (042)

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

Under general supervision and according to UAB Medicine established policies and procedures, provides a variety of specialized services in support of the operations of their assigned physician and advanced practice providers. May schedule and add-on patients to clinic, answer telephones and route calls, enter demographic and insurance data into IDX system, obtain insurance authorizations and referrals, and schedule surgical cases. May arrive and check out patients in clinic, as well as collect copays. Communicate and perform patient follow-up as necessary. Work with outside staff to schedule and coordinate patient care at satellite clinics. May perform other clerical duties related to patient care such as home health forms and patient and family leave forms.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year office/clerical experience in customer service, call center, physician office or other clinical environment required. Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills; excellent customer service and communication skills. Must: (1) Attend all required course work assigned by management; (2) possess basic knowledge of medical terminology and advanced knowledge of PC applications, software, and database management; (3) be able to perform math & bookkeeping skills; (5) possess exceptional telephone & customer service skills; and (5) be knowledgeable of English grammar & punctuation.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.

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