Patient Service Coordinator - Water's Edge

MultiCare Health System•Yakima, WA

1d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Services Coordinator is the initial point of contact for patients at our outpatient clinics. This role performs a variety of critical functions to maintain the clinical flow and to ensure patients receive care as ordered in a timely fashion.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
One year experience as a medical receptionist or other related field preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Updates patient information, provides any required forms to complete, and obtains signatures as necessary.
Prepares charts for each clinical session and ensures lab, diagnostic test results, history & physical examinations or other documentation are in charts as appropriate.
Schedules patients for appointments as needed, including consultation and diagnostic appointments for patients per provider/assistant request and documents such.
Schedules transportation and/or interpreters for patient as needed.
Verifies insurance eligibility as appropriate.
Provides telephone coverage. Utilizes good customer service practices for all callers.
Completes forms as requested.
Responds to patient requests expeditiously, maintaining an efficient clinical flow.
Contributes to professional communication with team members in order to convey important information relating to patient care, operations, or clinical needs.
Maintains awareness of changes in protocols/procedures of the department; maintains competency on all applicable computer systems.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
Belonging for al l – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued
Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off.
As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.
The pay scale is $19.32 - $27.80 USD.
However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.
If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here .