Patient Representative

VAIL-SUMMIT ORTHOPAEDICS PC•Frisco, CO

About The Position

The Patient Representative greets and assists patients and visitors, and serves as a liaison between patient and medical support staff. This is a full-time position Monday through Friday on a 4 10s schedule or a 5 8s schedule offering medical, dental and vision insurances, paid time-off, employer paid long term disability, continuing education funds, and 401K. This position is only open to current Colorado residents.

Requirements

Working knowledge of medical/billing office procedures. Includes the ability to access data on clinic information systems such as scheduling software, Electronic Medical Records software, and company e-mail.
Skill in developing and maintaining relationships, and communicating calmly and clearly with patients, medical staff and the public.
Knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation in order to interpret and follow oral and written instruction, keep detailed records, and sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems.
Knowledge of basic arithmetic to make simple calculations.
Ability to work under pressure, with interruptions and deadlines.
High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred.
Minimum of 1 year work experience required, in customer service and/or clinical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Greets persons entering establishment, determines nature and purpose of visit, and assists appropriately.
Operates telephone to answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages, or scheduling appointments.
Checks patients in and out. Receives payment for applicable services.
Performs administrative support tasks, such as operating scanners or computers to manage patient and medical records, daily reports, receipts, schedules, insurance registration, or other documents.
Maintains work area and lobby in a neat and orderly manner.
Meet the Company’s expectations as described in the VSON Policies and Practices.
Maintain confidentiality of Personal Identifiable Information (PII) in accordance with company Policies and State and Federal laws, including OHSA and HIPAA regulations.
Perform job in accordance with all company safety practices.
Other duties as assigned.