Patient Services Specialist 2

Baylor Scott & White Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

Debt-free tuition assistance

Immediate access to time off benefits

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health seeks a Patient Services Specialist 2 to deliver quality patient-centered care in a medical environment. This entry-level role entails handling patient relations, scheduling, and supporting the office staff. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong communication skills, ready to thrive in a collaborative healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• 1 Year of Experience required.
• Knowledge of patient registration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support such as check-in and check-out.
• Registering patients and verifying insurance information.
• Handling patient inquiries and complaints.

Skills

Excellent listening

Social skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of medical insurance claims

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

Job description

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About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
  
  

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits
  
  

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Patient Services Specialist 2 provides administrative help in a physician's office, clinic, or other area. This role ensures high-quality, patient-centered care. Duties include patient relations, check-in or check-out, scheduling, insurance verification, and answering phones. May assist in training and mentoring junior Patient Services Specialists.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Assists patients and visitors by performing duties like check-in, check-out, scheduling, insurance verification, and answering phone inquiries. Arranges follow-up visits and referral appointments.
• Registers patients by collecting and verifying insurance information. Verifies patient demographics and enters changes into the computer system. Directs patients to appropriate waiting areas.
• Accepts payments for physician or clinic services following guidelines. Posts payments and enters charges using appropriate codes. Generates daily payment reports. Verifies cash drawer against the report. Provides accurate patient, medical, financial, or procedural information to patients or approved entities. Discusses financial arrangements with patients, as requested.
• Responds to routine escalated inquiries concerning services, hours of operation, etc. Ensures any patient complaints are handled appropriately.
• Aids with medical records duties by pulling charts for appointments, prescription refills, and other requests. Retrieves, transports, sorts, and files medical records. Copies medical records charts for patient transfers and referrals as requested.
• Helps in training, mentoring and providing help to junior staff as requested.
  
  

Key Success Factors

• Excellent listening, social, and communication skills, both oral and written. Professional and respectful telephone etiquette. Ability to adjust communication style for different audiences. Caring listener, delicate, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious, and tactful.
• Knowledge of patient registration procedures and documentation.
• Knowledge of medical insurance claims procedures and documentation. Needs to have thorough knowledge of the Out of Network process
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining patient records.
• Able to examine unpaid third-party claims and delinquent accounts to resolve appropriate follow-up actions to ensure payment.
• Able to mentor and train staff.
  
  

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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