What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Services Representative Dental position at North Shore Community Health Inc?
Description
Primary Purpose of Position:
Reporting to the Dental Practice Manager, the PSR is responsible for administering the day-today activities of the dental office, including: maintenance of the records of patients, assisting patients in person or on the phone, maintaining appearance and order of dental office, and recall/recare system. As a team member at our health center, you will work with staff who are racially, ethnically and culturally diverse, so being culturally competent is required. A sense of humor is also very important!
The Organization
North Shore Community Health (NSCH) is a highly accomplished community health organization that prides itself on its compassionate approach to serving the surrounding communities with comprehensive and culturally sensitive care. With a strong commitment to excellence, NSCH provides:
- Comprehensive primary care.
- Dental services.
- Behavioral health care.
- Care management.
- Pharmacy services.
- Substance abuse disorder treatment.
- Nurse care management.
- Insurance enrollment assistance.
NSCH operates service sites at Gloucester, Peabody, and Salem Family Health Centers, ensuring convenient access to care. Additionally, NSCH extends its reach through school-based health centers within the Salem and Peabody School Districts. NSCH collaborates with Bentley Academy, Collins Middle School, Horace Mann School, Bates Elementary School, and the Peabody Learning Academy for behavioral health services.
As a community-based safety net healthcare provider, NSCH actively encourages diversity and welcomes staff members who reflect the rich tapestry of our communities. We highly value the contributions of our team members and offer a wide range of perks and comprehensive benefits. These include health and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness opportunities, and other appealing benefits.
We believe in supporting our employees from day one, and all eligible staff members can take advantage of these benefits right from the start of their employment at NSCH. We aim to foster a supportive and rewarding environment that empowers our team members to provide exceptional care to our communities.
Mission
North Shore Community Health’s mission is to build healthy communities by providing exceptional care to all.
Vision
Healthy People | Vibrant Communities
Values
Accountability
We take our responsibility to ourselves, each other, and the NSCH Community very seriously. We understand our individual roles, and positions of power with respect to how others perceive our roles and actions. We hold ourselves accountable when we make mistakes–acknowledging the error, owning it, taking corrective actions, and moving forward. We follow through on what we commit or resolve to do.
Integrity
Integrity is the foundation of healthy relationships. We are committed to the highest ethical standards: honesty, fairness, respectfulness, and trustworthiness. We are honorable and respectful in dealings with others, and we strive to deal honestly, fairly, and in a respectful, ethical, and trustworthy manner when in agreement or disagreement.
Empathy
Empathy is a deep appreciation for another’s situation and point of view, which is the basis for the golden rule and our intrinsic sense of justice. We strive to bring empathy into our interactions with each other and with our patients.
Courage
We see courage as the strength of character to stand up for our convictions and belief system. To have courage is to have the fortitude to take risks and to extend one’s behaviors, actions, and thoughts beyond one’s comfort zone. We appreciate that courage is often required to compromise. Courage is a state of mind to face adverse, difficult, and challenging situations with confidence and positive energy.
Respect
NSCH holds its patients in the highest regard. We provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient needs and values. We take the time to listen to concerns, understand what is important, and provide appropriate solutions and care. We do this through coordination and integration of care, collaboration, and teamwork.
Commitment
NSCH is committed to the health and well-being of its community, patients, and staff. We demonstrate this commitment by constantly striving to align our actions with our mission, vision, and values.
EEO Statement:
We, North Shore Community Health (NSCH), are an equal employment opportunity employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce representative of all people, at all job levels, in the organization. We do not and will not make any personnel decisions (like recruiting, hiring, job assignments, and promotions) based on age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
https://www.nschi.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/nsch_eeo-policy-statement-dec-2021.pdf
Requirements
• Bi-lingual in Spanish/Portuguese and English
• High school graduate
• Demonstrated work history of reliability, good attendance and positive attitude
• Detail-oriented and thorough
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies – Digium/Switchvox phone system, GE Centricity for medical appointments, Dentrix for dental appointments
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse staff and patients
• Warm and professional telephone manner; good memory and patience
• Ability to multi-task and follow-up to complete tasks
• Ability to be courteous, efficient, effective, and patient in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain strict adherence to the NSCHI Confidentiality policy
• Incorporate NSCHI Mission and Values into daily activities
• Comply with all NSCHI personnel policies and procedures
As a health center, NSCH expects all employees to receive all required vaccinations and health screenings each year. Moreover, as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be vaccinated against COVID19, including providing proof of having received the COVID19 vaccine, unless a religious or medical exception is granted. All prospective employees are required to be vaccinated before their first day of employment, and proof of vaccination record must be provided with prehire paperwork. To request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement or if you have any questions about this mandate, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@nschi.org
At North Shore Community Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Are you excited about this role but feel that your past experience does not align perfectly with every requirement in the job description? We encourage you to apply! Your skills may be suited for this or other roles here at North Shore Community Health.
Living on the North Shore
With facilities in Salem, Peabody, and Gloucester, NSCH offers access to New England’s Coastal charm just thirty minutes outside Boston. The North Shore is connected to the city via the Rockport Commuter Rail line, which makes stops in Salem and Gloucester. The North Shore has plenty to offer, with a rich history and a thriving cultural scene.
For Information, Please Contact:
Talent Acquisition Department
North Shore Community Health
TalentAcquisition@nschi.org
