Patient Services Associate

Pediatrix•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Patient Services Associate (PSA) ensures an excellent patient experience and maintains efficient front-office workflows. The role interacts with patients by greeting and checking them in before appointments, collecting payments, communicating waiting times, and supporting check-out activities. PSAs respond promptly to patient calls and inquiries, schedule and coordinate appointments, verify insurance, and update patient insurance information to support accurate billing and payment for services. The PSA also prepares daily clinic schedules, completes chart preparation for upcoming appointments, and supports the practice care team and staff in delivering high-quality care. The position includes patient reception and check-in/check-out, scheduling and communications, insurance and billing support, administrative tasks, and customer service and compliance. Travel of 15% may be needed for clinic coverage.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Superior customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
Ability to work as a team player.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of recent experience in a related position in a medical office setting.
Strong computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office.
Experience in coding, office billing, insurance and government payer regulations, and other third-party billing requirements pertaining to services offered by the practice.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients and visitors in a professional, friendly manner.
Register and check in patients and verify demographic and insurance information.
Collect copayments and outstanding balances.
Schedule follow-up appointments and provide visit summaries or referrals as needed.
Schedule new and follow-up appointments, including diagnostic testing according to clinical protocol.
Confirm and reschedule appointments, and promptly communicate changes or delays.
Manage high-volume incoming calls using proper telephone etiquette.
Record accurate messages and route inquiries to appropriate team members.
Coordinate communication between patients, providers, and staff.
Review and update patient demographic and insurance information.
Verify insurance eligibility and benefits before appointments.
Obtain and document pre-authorizations and referrals as required.
Communicate coverage issues or policy changes to patients before visits.
Assist patients with insurance inquiries and expectations for payments at the time of service.
Maintain knowledge of insurance requirements, including managed care and government programs.
Prepare daily clinic schedules and complete chart preparation for upcoming appointments.
Support office operations, including faxing, scanning, and indexing documents into patient medical records.
Provide compassionate assistance and resolve patient concerns promptly.
Ensure patient confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Contribute to a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
Travel as needed for clinic coverage (15%).