Patient Services Specialist- Atrium Health Urgent Care Monroe

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Monroe, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Services Specialist at Atrium Health Urgent Care Monroe is responsible for providing excellent patient experiences through compassionate customer service and efficient front-end operations. This role involves managing patient registration, insurance verification, scheduling, cash handling, and maintaining accurate patient information. The specialist will also assist with billing functions and ensure proficiency in emergency procedures and healthcare regulations. The position requires strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills to manage a fast-paced environment effectively.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Computer experience required.
• Customer relations experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Medical Records Software preferred.
• Front desk practice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exemplify caring and compassionate customer service to create an excellent patient experience.
• Provide exemplary interpersonal skills and ability to interact with patients and families in a wide variety of sensitive situations.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills and decisive judgment in an often-hectic environment and possess the ability to work cohesively on a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Manages patient registration, insurance verification, scheduling, collection and cash receipting, arrival and/or departure desk activities according to standards and guidelines ensuring accuracy and an outstanding patient experience.
• Encourages patient utilization of front-end technology during the registration process.
• Enters and maintains confidential and accurate patient information including patient insurance, billing, and payment information throughout patient encounter.
• Assists billing functions accurately and/or directs to appropriate billing office.
• Demonstrates proficiency of emergency codes and appropriate responses as well as applicable federal and state healthcare regulations.
• Monitors inventory and stock medications, narcotics, and emergency medications/equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED