Patient Appointment Services Specialist

The Patient Appointment Services Specialist is responsible for independently creating and scheduling appointments within the electronic medical record for a complex multispecialty medical practice. This is supported by gathering patient-specific demographic and provider information to accurately assess the nature of the request and determine the appropriate appointment area; properly advising patients regarding the need for co-payments referral authorizations and/or pre-service deposits to ensure the patient arrives on time and is prepared for their procedure or visit; and collecting all Guarantor and insurance details needed to help assess patient eligibility. Through this process the Patient Appointment Services Specialist responds to and interacts with a variety of individuals including patients customers referring physicians Mayo providers allied health staff and family members. Appropriate interpretation and application of Mayo policies regarding scheduling criteria and medical need are essential. To provide exceptional service the Patient Appointment Services Specialist is required to navigate multiple systems simultaneously and is expected to be available or talking with patients and healthcare professionals 80 percent of the day with the ability to service inquiries without consultation. This requires working with several complex scheduling work flows managing telephone calls online requests and/or fax requests. Accuracy and thoroughness in all patient related activities including electronic communication is critical.
This role requires flexibility which may include cross-coverage and travel depending on location. Position may be eligible for and/or required to telework based on location work unit and business need. For all positions it is required to be on-site for at least 6 months to one year before teleworking could be an option. Hours may vary and additional time or overtime may be required to meet workload requirements.

High school diploma/GED and minimum two years customer service experience in an environment requiring multi-tasking such as a call center administrative/physicians office appointment scheduler or retail/ service industry; OR Associates Degree. Individuals without relevant medical education or medical experience will be required to successfully complete a Medical Terminology course within six months of employment.
Qualified candidates must be customer-focused service-oriented possess strong verbal/written communication skills and have the ability to trouble shoot problem solve and balance conflicting demands. Role requires independent decision making and sound judgment capabilities with a strong attention to detail and follow through. A demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment manage difficult and emotional situations remains calm under stress display empathy and maintain positive communication is also required. Must have strong keyboarding and computer skills. Demonstrates basic understanding of insurance terminology.