Hybrid Patient Services Specialist I (Care Center) bei Kennedy Krieger Institute
Kennedy Krieger Institute · Baltimore, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Baltimore
TThe Patient Services Specialist I will accurately complete patient registration, check-in, and check-out. The incumbent is responsible for diversified administrative duties and front-end clinical operations activities which will include greeting patients and families; collecting patient information; and completing cashiering functions. This position will interact with patients, families, clinicians, and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner with an emphasis on adhering to high standards of customer service.
Responsibilities:- Greet clients and visitors, and alert clinical staff of client’s arrival.
- Accurately complete the patient registration/check-in and check-out process by obtaining required client information, such as new and/or updates to expired consents and financial documentation.
- Perform regular audits and monitor existing documentation and clinic daily appointment report (DAR).
- Promptly answer phones, appropriately direct calls, take and deliver accurate messages, answer questions, and provide accurate and timely follow-up as needed. Provide incoming callers with directions and Care Center information regarding scheduled appointments when appropriate.
- Accurately schedule follow-up appointments
- Obtain security personnel and Professional Crisis Management (PCM) team in times of crisis for client safety as needed.
- Collect co-pays, provide receipts, and provide timely accounting for all collected cash and payments. Identify discrepancies and immediately work with the supervisor to resolve issues.
- Access the scheduling system as necessary to assist and redirect new and returning patients and families to the appropriate area, department, clinic, or provider.
- Maintain a general and updated understanding of insurance requirements as they relate to the Care Center.
- Respond to patient families, providers, and other staff in a timely and professional manner based on the established department policies and procedures. Seek supervisory assistance when working to resolve outstanding issues, as necessary.
- Regularly monitor and update patient information for various EPIC Work Ques.
- Collect, track, and process quality improvement and patient tracking data as needed.
- Assist with the training of and provide regular support to Care Center and administrative staff.
EDUCATION: |
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate’s degree in human services related field, healthcare administration, business, or specialized vocational training preferred.
EXPERIENCE: |
- 0-2 years of related experience required.
- Previous front desk, secretarial, clerical, or customer service experience preferred.
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