Patient Service Representative, Physical Therapy (Per-Diem)

EXCELSIOR ORTHOPAEDICS GROUP • Eggertsville, NY

5d • $17 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Service Representative (PSR) is the first point of contact for our patients entering the building. Our PSRs are responsible for ensuring our patient experience is truly one-of-a-kind; offering incredible customer service at all times. You will perform a wide variety of duties related to the reception and registration of patients. This position will provide support to our Physical and Occupational Therapy Departments for our Northern Region including Amherst, East Amherst, and Niagara Falls.

Requirements

• Associates degree preferred; HS diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years medical office experience; patient registration experience desired.
• EMR experience required; MEDENT preferred.
• Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to enter data and operate office equipment.
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
• Frequently remaining in a stationary position, often sitting for prolonged periods working on a computer, telephone, copy/fax machine, and other office equipment.
• Occasional standing and walking required.
• Occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 10 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Verify appointment and insurance information; enter registration information into Medent.
• Perform registration procedures for new and follow-up patients, obtaining all necessary demographic, insurance, and payment information; may explain insurance eligibility criteria and explain coverages to patient.
• Collect copays, balancing cash drawer, and logging weekly/monthly totals.
• Collect past due monies due to Excelsior.
• Verify insurance three days out from HealtheNet. Ensure insurance verification quota met daily.
• Remain flexible in work assignments as patient numbers vary and doctors schedules change often.
• Act as a liaison between the patient and the billing department regarding billing issues for patients.
• Pull registrations through the patient portal.
• Apply knowledge of medical terminology, specifically orthopedic terminology.
• Proficiency in EMR and practice management computer programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health (with employer contribution), dental, and vision insurance, employer paid base life, and other voluntary benefits.
• Time off benefits include paid combined time off (CTO) and seven paid holidays, plus a floating holiday after one year of service.
• Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with company contribution and profit sharing after one year of service.
• Qualified team members become eligible to participate in medical benefits on the 1st of the month following date of hire, and retirement benefits after 90 days.
• We also provide professional development opportunities, flexible work schedules, wellness incentives, healthy vending options, and relaxed dress code on Fridays.
• Our community-focused culture encourages participation in local events, fundraisers, and causes chosen by our team.
• We are committed to providing our employees with the resources they need to thrive both personally and professionally.
• Other voluntary benefits include Voluntary Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, and legal and identity protection and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees