POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is permanently remote.
Qualified candidates must provide a stable internet connection and have a quiet and secure space that is free from interruptions to work from home
The Patient Services Rep is responsible for handling inbound and outbound communications for up to 6 BMC ambulatory practices. The Patient Services Rep will handle patient inquiries, scheduling/rescheduling appointments, following-up with patients resolving patient questions/concerns regarding medication reconciliation and refills, and insurance verification and authorization management. They will document and relay patient information to the Practices as required by the Practice’s Guidelines.
Position: Patient Service Representative (Remote)
Department: Ambulatory Call Center
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Essential Responsibilities:
The Patient Services Rep communicates with patients and staff using multiple advanced communication tools, including phone calls, online chats, emails, faxes or mail.
Answers and resolves patient inquires, in a professional, empathetic and patient-centered way, through the use of effective listening, written and verbal communication skills.
Utilizes established Practice guidelines to ensure patients issues are addressed in a timely manner and when necessary, transfers the call to the appropriate person at the Practice for additional consultation.
Uses a computerized scheduling system to schedule/reschedules appointments determining the right amount of time required for each patient appointment.
Provides accurate and detailed information and updates patients’ records, using Epic
Provides detailed confirmation to the patient detailing where and when the appointment is, providing directions as needed, providing applicable and language specific home instructions as well as instructions for any required labs or imaging.
Identifies opportunities to improve the work processes and environment, and changes in Practice protocols; remains current on new developments in health care.
Escalates appropriately any issues that fall outside of an existing protocol or process to meet the needs of the patient
Attends scheduled training sessions for phone support, customer service, systems upgrades, newly acquired clinical systems, additional practices or other relevant training sessions, as directed by manager.
Assists in the training/orientation of new personnel under the direction of a manager and/or supervisor.
Participates in staff meetings/is expected to identify process issues that are obstacles to providing a positive patient experience.
General Duties and Standards
Adapts to changes in the departmental needs including but not limited to: offering assistance to other team members, floating, adjusting assignments, etc.
Conforms to hospital standards of performance and conduct, including those pertaining to patient rights and HIPAA and privacy rules, so that the best possible customer service and patient care may be provided.
Utilizes hospital’s behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to support the department and the hospital’s mission and goals.
Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
Other duties as needed.
EDUCATION:
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Ability to explain complicated healthcare issues to patients with empathy and concern
Ability to empathize with and coach the patient in navigating the healthcare system
Effective interpersonal skills to with a diverse group of professional and personalities in a team environment
Excellent English communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to communicate effectively with patients over the phone and in email and other communications
Must be comfortable using multiple advanced communication tools, including phone calls, online chats, emails, faxes or mail.
Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Internet Explorer, MS Word, Excel & Outlook)
Ability to document work in a professional and efficient manner
Compensation Range:
$20.08- $22.61This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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Boston Medical Center is a healthcare organization that operates hospital systems and clinical services. The organization manages multiple clinical applications and ancillary systems, including Epic Radiant for radiology and other clinical workflows. BMCHS (Boston Medical Center Health System) focuses on financial management, clinical technology implementation, and healthcare delivery across multiple departments and service lines.
