Patient Service Representative II PRN

Michigan Institute of Urology•Dearborn, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Michigan Institute of Urology is looking for a motivated and reliable individual to join our team in a high-impact, flexible role at our Dearborn office. Whether you are a medical office veteran or someone with a strong background in customer service and administration looking to grow in the healthcare field, this is a fantastic opportunity for you! The Opportunity: Expert Support & Flexibility We are seeking a dedicated partner to join us in a PRN (As-Needed) status , typically working 16–32 hours per week . This role is vital to our success, as you will provide essential coverage and support during staff leaves or high-volume periods. The Location: Based exclusively at our Dearborn Office: 18100 Oakwood Blvd, Ste 315, Dearborn, MI 48124. The Schedule: Flexible weekly hours based on clinic needs and staff coverage requirements. The Routine: Standard clinic hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM . Why This Role Stands Out This is a key position where you serve as a vital resource for our front-office team: Team Resource: Support the staff in maintaining a smooth office flow and helping to resolve patient inquiries with a positive attitude. Operational Excellence: Learn and apply skills in patient registration, insurance verification (HMO, PPO, Medicare), and seamless scheduling. Professional Impact: Help us maintain a high standard of patient care while ensuring our front-office operations remain seamless, even during staffing transitions. What You Bring to the Table We are looking for a reliable partner who is ready to jump in and help. GENERAL SUMMARY The Patient Service Representative II ensures the patients receive the highest level of customer service and care. The Patient Service Representative II is knowledgeable in the areas of non-clinical support and acts as a resource to patient services staff, providing guidance on more complex issues and concerns. The Patient Service Representative II coordinates clerical tasks including answering the phones, greeting patients/visitors, and scheduling appointments in a professional and timely manner. They are responsible for moving the patients through the intake and checkout process including patient registration, scanning and filing medical records, collecting co-payments, deductibles, and any outstanding balances. The Patient Service Representative II may process referrals and charge entries. They ensure that all procedures are closely followed to create a seamless patient experience between clerical and clinical staff.

Requirements

Strong Background: Experience in a medical office, general administration, or high-level customer service.
Technical Aptitude: Ability to learn and master registration and scheduling systems.
Professionalism: A calm, proactive, and friendly approach to patient care and team collaboration.
Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
Knowledge in healthcare systems operations and experience in navigating EMRs.
Ability to answer multiple incoming telephone calls.
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, multi-tasked abilities, and the ability to perform well in stressful situations.
Customer-oriented with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
Ability to comprehend established office routines and policies.
Ability to keep financial records and perform mathematical tasks.
Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient interpersonal relations skills.
Basic knowledge of health insurance products (HMO, PPO, HSA, Commercial, Medicare etc.).
Ability to navigate online health insurance portals to verify benefits.
Regularly adheres and supports compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned including, but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA & CMS guidelines for Parts C & D on General Compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse.
Complies with HR confidentiality standards.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Some college work preferred.
Minimum of 2-3 years’ customer service experience required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a medical office; specifically, urology, preferred.
Basic knowledge and understanding of CPT procedure coding and ICD-10 diagnostic coding preferred.

Responsibilities

Acts as a resource to patient services staff, providing guidance on more complex issues/concerns.
Actively participates in problem solving and identifying improvement opportunities.
Welcomes and greets all patients and visitors, in person or over the phone.
Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information including personal and financial information (ex. co-payments and insurance cards.)
Collects outstanding patient balances.
Obtains referrals and authorizations when required.
Scans incoming faxes, consents, reports, and all other patient information into patient chart.
Generates batch transmittal reports for each day.
Facilitates the patient flow by notifying the provider or other medical staff of the patients’ arrival, being aware of delays, and communicating with patients and clinical staff.
Schedules follow up services and office visits for patients. May also schedule surgery, diagnostic and imaging as needed ensuring proper authorizations are obtained.
Responds to inquiries by patients, prospective patients, and visitors in a courteous manner.
Keeps medical office supplies adequately stocked by anticipating inventory needs, placing orders, and monitoring office equipment.
Protects patient confidentiality, making sure protected health information (PHI) is secured by not leaving PHI in plain sight and logging off the computer before leaving it unattended.
Ensures proper hand off of responsibilities once their task is completed.
Meets established attendance criteria and starts work promptly.
Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts.
Respects and acknowledges the organizations commitment to cultural diversity, which is expressed through behavior, language and actions.
Consistently demonstrates good use of time and resources.
Ensuring that all medical records are accurate and complete.
Supports billing by completing charge entry to ensure billing is achieved within 48 hours and all appropriate procedures are documented and billed for.
Performs other position related duties as assigned.