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Sutter Health Hiring for Patient Services Representative II, Pulmonary at Santa Rosa, CA Full Time
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Organization:
SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation – North
Position Overview:
Serves as the first point of contact for patients entering the medical facility. This job is intended for use by positions employed by an outpatient facility. Greets and checks-in patients, verifies information, schedules appointments, and updates Electronic Health record (EHR). Facilitates intake procedures such as completion of healthcare and insurance forms and collecting payments for services. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent job performance and effective communication. Adheres to all organizational, local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.
Job Description:
These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
PATIENT SERVICES:
- Checks-in patients and assures ensures all necessary authorizations are obtained prior to patient visits.
- Obtains patients medical history and insurance information to complete forms for processing purposes.
- Communicates with patients in a clear and professional manner to alleviate confusion and expedite processes.
- Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.
CLERICAL:
- Performs general clerical tasks, such as answering phones and greeting customers and patients on a daily basis.
- Prepares and completes accurate, job related documentation, including collecting, updating, and maintaining patient medical and insurance information.
SAFETY:
- Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including organizing files and keeping desks free of loose papers and clutter.
COMPLIANCE:
- Performs job responsibilities in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of service.
- Maintains strictest confidence of all patient protected health information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.
EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
1 year as typically acquired in a similar environment.
Pay Range: 25.21-31.50
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Weekend Requirements:
None
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
