PAS Specialist- School of Dentistry

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

415d • $49,150 - $66,518

About The Position

The PAS Specialist at the School of Dentistry provides essential administrative support to patients, students, faculty, staff, and visitors at the OHSU Dental Clinics. This role involves a variety of tasks including patient registration, insurance verification, and handling billing inquiries, all while ensuring a high level of customer service in a busy environment. The position requires flexibility and the ability to work independently, as the specialist may be assigned to different areas as needed.

Requirements

• Six months of work experience in a medical office setting with direct patient contact or one year in a high volume public contact position.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in English and a secondary language.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a medical setting.
• Experience using electronic medical records, such as axiUm.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and provide information to patients and staff.
• Register patients and verify insurance information.
• Collect payments and balance cash drawer.
• Address billing questions and concerns from patients.
• Communicate clinic policies regarding appointments and payments to patients and staff.
• Provide support at the Russell Street Clinic as needed.
• Maintain a friendly and knowledgeable demeanor when interacting with patients, including those in acute dental pain.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed