Patient Service Representative (Front Desk) Athens/Oconee

Job Description

Job description

The Patient Service Representative is the first point of contact between the patient and clinical staff. Patient check in, insurance verification, collection of co-pays and balances, various other front office duties. The front office position plays a vital role of ensuring & exceeding the expectations of the patient with the Piedmont Urgent Care experience.

Responsibilities:

Greet patients and provide instructions to all visitors in a polite and professional manner

Analyze health insurance benefits, verify insurance eligibility and relay relevant information regarding payment policies and billing/collection processes

Maintain the readiness of the Piedmont Urgent Care reception area

Perform clerical tasks and adhere to established policies and procedures

Determine and collect each patient’s financial responsibility

Assist the practice manager and other staff as required

Provide overall support for Physicians and office operations

Obtain and document patient history

Understand and enforce standard healthcare regulatory requirements

Collect and maintain all patient and business documents while maintaining confidentiality

Perform office procedures including all general administrative duties

Document Electronic Medical Record (EMR) all medical interventions

Assure HIPAA and OSHA compliance

May be asked to travel to nearby Piedmont Urgent Care locations to support the staff

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Prefer at least one year experience in a medical office or emergency room setting.

Urgent care experience preferred, but not required.

Ability to work 8am to 8pm 3 days/week, rotating weekends and holidays.

Experience with insurance eligibility and co-pay determination. Certification & experience as a medical assistant a plus, but not required.

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