Patient Access Representative (Call Center)

As a Urology Center of Iowa Patient Access Representative, you will be an important part of promoting our mission to provide compassionate, world-class urologic care and exceptional experiences for our patients, employees, and partners. The Patient Access Representative plays a crucial role in representing the practice within the community. Duties and responsibilities for this role are:

• Responsibilities:
• Professional Patient Interaction: Greet patients and callers warmly and professionally, ensuring a positive experience with every interaction.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Communication Skills: Clear, professional communication over the phone and in writing.
• Organizational Abilities: Effective time management and multitasking to handle a high volume of calls and tasks.
• Detail-Oriented: Accuracy in scheduling, documentation, and data entry.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with EMR systems, call center software, and basic office applications.
• Interpersonal Skills: Empathy and patience when assisting patients, especially those who may be stressed or upset.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to address and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.

Why Join Our Team?

We are committed to providing compassionate care and a seamless patient experience. As a part of our healthcare call center team, you'll play a critical role in connecting patients to the care they need while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

• Efficient Call Management: Answer incoming calls promptly, addressing inquiries or redirecting them to the appropriate department or personnel.
• Scheduling Excellence: Coordinate appointments to optimize provider schedules and enhance patient satisfaction.
• Patient Record Management: Retrieve, update, and maintain patient records to ensure treatment information is accurate and readily available.
• Financial Coordination:
• Update and manage patient accounts, including personal and financial information.
• Record and collect patient charges, process payments, and manage credit extensions.
• Handle third-party claims, including filing, collecting, and expediting payments.
• Inventory Support: Collaborate with the office team to anticipate and manage supply needs for smooth operations.
• Technology Utilization: Use electronic medical records (EMRs), word processing, and spreadsheet software to manage tasks effectively and securely.
• Confidentiality and Compliance: Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with medical, personal, and financial information security standards.
• Policy Adherence: Follow established policies and procedures, reporting any necessary updates or changes.
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned to support the healthcare team and ensure operational efficiency.

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Reliability - Punctuality and dependability
• Strong computer skills
• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Stable -- traditional, stable, robust processes
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Skills / Qualifications:

• Multi-tasking
• Flexibility
• Telephone skills
• Customer service
• Time management
• Organization
• Attention to detail
• Scheduling
• Word processing
• Professionalism
• Quality focus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

• Urology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18