Patient Service Coordinator

The US Oncology Network•Odessa, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The US Oncology Network is seeking a Patient Services Coordinator to join the Revenue Cycle Department at Texas Oncology in Odessa, Texas. This full-time position supports the clinic by greeting patients, registering them, scheduling appointments, and managing incoming calls. The role can be filled at Level 1, 2, or Senior based on experience. Texas Oncology is a leading community oncology provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based cancer care close to home, as part of The US Oncology Network, which is supported by McKesson Corporation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft (Outlook, Office Word, and Excel) required.
Must successfully complete required e-learning courses within 90 days of occupying position.
At least eighteen (18) months front medical office receptionist experience with insurance forms and scheduling software required (for Level 2).
At least 5 years front medical office receptionist experience with insurance forms and scheduling software required (for Level Sr).

Nice To Haves

Some receptionist or office experience preferred (for Level 1).
Knowledge of this practice’s personnel, daily routines, and scheduling a plus (for Level 2).

Responsibilities

Greets patients and visitors to the clinic in a prompt, courteous and professional manner.
Checks in patients and informs clinical staff of patient arrival.
Provides and explains paperwork for the patient to complete prior to examination.
Collects, proofs for completeness, and files patient forms.
Updates demographics and insurance information in the system.
Collects co-pays and balances; provides receipt.
Answers, screens, and responds to routine questions, routes to appropriate personnel, or take thorough messages.
Pages clinic personnel as appropriate.
Communicates messages in an accurate and timely manner according to procedures.
Checks patients out after examination.
Schedules returning appointments in accordance with physician and/or office guidelines.
Provides patients with appointment details such as time, location, directions, instruction sheets, and other details.
Records patient cancellations and missed appointments; reschedules appointments.
Notifies appropriate staff of the cancellation and makes note in patient chart.
Provides general administrative support by filing charts and forms.
Maintains lobby area in a neat and orderly manner.
Maintains a legible supply of forms and appropriate office supplies required for daily activities.
Adheres to confidentiality, state, federal, and HIPPA laws and guidelines with regards to patient’s records.
May type memos and forms.