What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Coordinator (Eye-Deal Vision) position at VSP Ventures Optometric Solutions LLC?
Compensation range for the role is listed above. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible incentives, bonuses, and/or commissions dependent on the role. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here.
General Summary
The primary role is to provide high-quality patient experience by welcoming and communicating with patients and creating an efficient patient flow and flawless patient transition throughout the eye care experience
Essential Functions
Prioritize a high level of patient satisfaction for all patients of the practice by warmly greeting patients upon entering, and completing the check-in and check-out process
Work collectively with staff, doctors, and patients by documenting patient information, updating records, and collecting patient payments
Answer and triage patient correspondences received via telephone, email, and fax; respond to inquiries in a timely fashion
Maintain patient records/files to ensure accurate record keeping, security, and confidentiality of files
Coordinate scheduling of patient appointments necessary to maintain patient flow, confirm all patients, and prepare charts for scheduled patients
Perform confidential administrative functions such as assembling reports, and records release, and transmitting patient information to outside agencies
Responsible for keeping an organized front desk and front entry at all times
Work on special projects, cross-train in different departments, and perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Job Specifications
Typically has the following skills or abilities:
One to two years of administrative experience with at least one year providing administrative support
Demonstrated ability to successfully perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of MS Office package
Effective verbal communication skills to prioritize multiple tasks and to be available for incoming calls and inquiries
Effective written communication skills to clearly document customer situations, as well as prepare letters to confirm agreements made
Excellent interpersonal and rapport-building skills
Ability to ask appropriate and relevant questions to identify customer needs
Proven problem-solving, negotiations, and decision-making skills
Ability to use appropriate discretion and judgment in applying customer/call handling guidelines
Ability to listen, process transactions and interact with customers simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Working Conditions
The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
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VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
