Patient Service Representative- Oberlin Pain Management

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Intro paragraph

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Patient Services Representative Lorain Medical Office Building

Job Summary:

The Patient Services Representative is the first line of quality service to our patients and the community. This position will be responsible for processing patient registration verifying demographics obtaining insurance cards and patient identification. Responsibilities include scheduling appointments transcribing orders explaining financial options to patients and updating medical records accurately and efficiently. This position will provide excellent customer service and may be asked to occasionally cover other physician practice locations as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Serves as the primary point of contact between patients and physician practices
• Provides strong communication and excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
• Answers internal and external calls in a friendly and helpful manner routes calls schedules patients and enters necessary information for patient scheduling into the computer system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Processes patients in practice as they present for their appointments.
• Possesses the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly ensuring patient flow is maintained and informs supervisor of any department and patient issues immediately
• Processes admission paperwork including basic insurance verification. Secures completes and verifies all pertinent patient demographic and insurance information as part of the registration process. Corrects registration errors as needed.
• Records time indicators for lobby wait times.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

None

Experience:

• Prior experience in patient registration/healthcare (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:

• Knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9 coding (preferred)
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products typing and computer skills (including 40 WPM typing skills)
• Basic math skills

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Problem solving skills

Training:

None

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .