Patient Access Coordinator na TCH Medical Center
TCH Medical Center · Katy, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Professional
- Escritório em Katy
We are searching for a Patient Access Coordinator – someone who works well in a fast-paced hospital setting. In this position, you will perform scheduling & registration duties and supervise specific duties associated with the daily operations of the OB/GYN Clinic. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely scheduling of patient appointments and accurate verification of demographic information and verification of benefits.
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Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Reviews telephone call queue to ensure call volume and staff ratio are adequate to meet department service standards
• Assist with incoming calls and scheduling as needed and in accordance with department service standards
• Informs management of potential opportunities and/or issues
• Provides customer service support for staff, patients/families, and clinics
• Financially secures a patient account to maximize Physician and Hospital reimbursement in a customer service oriented fashion
• Handles incoming calls for appointments from patients, internal staff and physicians in a courteous, professional and timely manner
• Provides customer service to internal and external customers
• Serves as a resource to staff members and as an escalation point person for QA issues
• Monitors pre-admit schedules and work lists to ensure timely completion of insurance verification and all pre-admit work, including authorization when required
• Meets with Manager at least weekly to discuss issues/initiatives/staff performance and review department productivity
• Correctly follows Cue Card protocol when patient or responsible party requests an earlier appointment and/or offers to place the patient on the clinic wait list
Requirements
• A high school diploma or GED
• A minimum of 2 years of experience performing all aspects of the scheduling and registration process is required (in lieu of actual work experience, an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree may be substituted)
• Demonstrates a high level of positive customer service skills in all communications
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and interdependently in a team environment.
• Knowledge of government (Medicaid and CSHCN) and commercial insurance plans
• Knowledge of patient appointment scheduling in a high volume call center environment
