Patient Support Representative

Appalachianmountainhealth; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachianmountainhealth in Asheville, North Carolina is looking for a Patient Support Representative to serve as a primary contact for clients, providers, and third parties. Responsibilities include managing calls, scheduling appointments, and maintaining electronic health records (EHR) while providing quality customer service.

The ideal candidate has experience in client communication and can handle inquiries efficiently. Background check and drug screen are required for this position. Join us in providing exceptional care to our patients.

Qualifications

• Experience in client communication and managing inquiries.
• Knowledge of electronic health records (EHR) management.
• Familiarity with insurance verification processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage client inquiries and schedule appointments efficiently.
• Document and maintain accurate health records.
• Communicate effectively between clients and clinical staff.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Patient Support Representative/ "Front Desk" works in the office as a general point of contact for all clients, providers, and third parties contacts.

Background Check and Drug Screen Required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Answering screening prioritizing and delegating large amounts of telephone inquiries in a friendly professional manner including de‑escalation skills for clients with behavioral health needs.
• Returning client, provider and third party calls in a timely manner.
• Referring client inquiries of a clinical nature to the appropriate clinical staff for triage.
• Scheduling appointments.
• Provide a welcoming first impression of the organization.
• Client check in and complete full registration process.
• Experience with verifying client insurance is preferred but not required.
• Collecting payments.
• Verifying insurance information.

REQUIREMENTS

• Sending and following up on messages between client’s and providers/clinical staff members via EHR.
• Read through for previous messages/encounters related to patient inquiry to clearly and efficiently communicate with patient and staff.
• Maintaining electronic health records (EHR) and documenting each point of contact within the EHR.
• Verifying information on file and updating said information as necessary.
• Using data and client registries to outreach to patients in need of preventive care and follow-up for chronic conditions.
• Utilizing working knowledge of up‑to‑date insurance credentialing information to correctly schedule appointments.
• As appropriate, triaging phone calls and following up on client’s requests.

DISCLAIMER

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job‑related instructions, as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.