Patient Service Representative-Shot Desk

Patient Service Representative-Shot Desk

Patient Service Representative-Shot Desk

Richmond Allergy and Asthma Specialists is a privately-owned specialty practice that cares about finding the cause of patient’s allergy and asthma symptoms. We are well known for our thorough work-up so the best treatment can be offered to help our patients feel better.

A nonexempt, clerical position responsible for greeting, checking in shot room patients; registering and directing patients and visitors; checking out and scheduling follow up appointments.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Check in shot room patients.
  • Collect co-payments and past due balances.
  • Contact Business Office regarding patient balances, as needed.
  • Greet patients and visitors promptly and professionally and assists them in a respectful manner. Provides patients and visitors with any necessary forms, instructions, explanations, or directions.
  • Check in patients in Practice Management System and verifies information and demographics.
  • Update and document pertinent data and insurance information.
  • Copy or scan insurance cards, HIPAA consent forms.
  • Direct patient to appropriate waiting area.
  • Schedule and reschedule appointments including add-in appointments.
  • Coordinate with nurses on patient waiting times or delays.
  • Keep waiting rooms clean and orderly.
  • Answer phone calls as needed.
  • Assist with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies.
  • Fulfill organizational responsibilities as assigned including respecting/promoting patient rights and sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor.
  • Attend and participate in team and departmental meetings.
  • Maintain strictest confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and Richmond Allergy and Asthma Specialists confidentiality policy.
  • Represent Richmond Allergy and Asthma Specialists in a positive and professional manner.
  • Other projects and duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

One year of experience in handling cash, customer service or reception, preferably in a health care environment.

Benefits
  • 401 (k)
  • 401 (k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Schedule
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Office has one location.

Other Requirements:

None.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of collections procedures.
  • Knowledge of business office procedures.
  • Knowledge of customer service principles and techniques.
  • Knowledge of computerized scheduling systems.
  • Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Skills:

  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and pleasant working relationships with staff, patients, and the general public.
  • Skill in using computers and computer systems (hardware and software).

Abilities:

  • Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
  • Ability to communicate appropriately, both orally and written.
  • Prevents, calms, or defuses irate patients by working with them to identify issues and concerns.
  • Ability to interpret and respond appropriately to instructions.
  • Ability to deal calmly with emergency situations.
  • Ability to be reliable, responsible, and dependable to fulfill obligations.
  • Ability to be flexible and manage change.

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, scanners, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment: Medical office environment. Involves frequent contact with staff and patients. Exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions related to clinic setting.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Involves sitting for extended periods of time; walking, standing, bending, reaching and stooping the remainder. Periodic need to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires full range of motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires visual acuity and color perception and hearing to normal range. Stress can be triggered by multiple staff and patient demands as well as a noisy environment.

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