What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Service Specialist position at Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute?
Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. You will work alongside dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Cleveland Clinic is the first hospital in the nation to make great customer service a cornerstone of our mission. Patient Service Specialists deliver what matters most to our patients and their families, ensure exceptional experiences and thrive on making positive impacts in the community. The Patient Service Specialist role is a great steppingstone to other careers within customer service and other departments with Cleveland Clinic.
A caregiver in this position works variable shifts, from 6:45am—7:30pm. Additionally, a caregiver in this role would work an evening and weekend rotation.
A Caregiver Who Excels In This Role Will
Physical Requirements
Cleveland Clinic is the first hospital in the nation to make great customer service a cornerstone of our mission. Patient Service Specialists deliver what matters most to our patients and their families, ensure exceptional experiences and thrive on making positive impacts in the community. The Patient Service Specialist role is a great steppingstone to other careers within customer service and other departments with Cleveland Clinic.
A caregiver in this position works variable shifts, from 6:45am—7:30pm. Additionally, a caregiver in this role would work an evening and weekend rotation.
A Caregiver Who Excels In This Role Will
- Provide a comprehensive, proactive and “Patients First” experience for patients and visitors.
- Investigate, triage, and resolve patient issues using the established HEART model.
- Create a welcoming and professional environment, interact with patients, and ensure stellar patient experiences.
- Perform patient registration, visit preparation, telephone triage, insurance verification, co-pay collection, patient and record tracking, scheduling, arrival and/or departure desk activities and screening and scheduling of interpreter services.
- Enter and maintain confidential patient information.
- Recruit, enroll and educate patients on MyChart and Appointment Pass.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Two years of experience in patient registration, appointment scheduling, insurance processing or customer service OR an associate’s degree and one year of experience OR a bachelor’s degree.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Can type a minimum of 30 WPM, OR demonstrable personal computer keyboard skills
Physical Requirements
- Dexterity sufficient to operate a PC and other office equipment.
- Requires extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
- Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision.
- Must be able to navigate various locations and function in a fast-paced, hectic environment.
- Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.