Patient Services Representative

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania


Employer: UPMC Senior Communities
Industry: Physician Services
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

Are you someone who is passionate about serving and building relationships with patients?

UPMC's Vascular Surgery practice is adding a Patient Services Representative to their team. It's the perfect opportunity to support consistent patients who are preparing for or recovering after a vascular surgery.

The hours for this role are Monday-Friday, ranging from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. No weekends or holidays required!

Purpose:

The Patient Services Representative welcomes patients, educates them on financial matters, schedules appointments, and ensures excellent service at UPMC facilities.

Responsibilities:

Patient Assistance:
  • Provide clear instructions to help patients navigate the healthcare system.
  • Follow up on unresolved patient questions or needs for continuity of care.

Check-In and Scheduling:
  • Guide patients through self-arrival technology or check them in at the front desk.
  • Schedule or connect patients to resources for ancillary services during checkout.
  • Educate patients on financial responsibility and connect them to advocacy resources.

Administrative Tasks:
  • Obtain patient consent following HIPAA rules.
  • Verify insurance benefits via online systems or phone inquiries.
  • Promote the MyUPMC patient portal and assist with registration.
  • Collect copayments and other applicable payments at the point of service.
  • Register patients in the Biometrics program and update their information at checkout.


Qualifications:

  • Completion of high school graduate or equivalent required.
  • Experience with personal computer-based applications, other various office equipment and proficient typing skills are preferred.
  • Two years of experience in a medical / billing / fiscal or customer service function preferred.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
  • Prior experience with Medipac, Epic, or other health records systems is preferred.
    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Created: 2024-06-22
Reference: 6169750956
Country: United States
State: Pennsylvania
City: Mechanicsburg

About UPMC Senior Communities

Founded in: 1893
Number of Employees: 110000


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