Patient Care Coordinator

Company: Progressive Spine & Orthopaedics, LLC
Location: Glen Rock
Posted on: September 3, 2024

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Patient Care CoordinatorSUMMARY: Serves as initial contact for all patients visiting the office. Welcomes patients and visitors, answers the telephone and any inquiries. Schedules appointments and keeps those appointments on time. Assists patients with completing necessary forms and documentation. Keeps a clean and calm reception area.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greets patients immediately upon their arrival and provides excellent customer service.
• Check patients in verifying demographics and insurance.
• Directs patients to proper exam/treatment room.
• Utilizes electronic health record for tasks assigned.
• Evaluates daily schedules to accommodate patient flow and minimize missed appointments.
• Handles patient calls and effectively manages schedule.
• Completes referrals and authorizations as needed.
• Checks patients out and makes appointments as indicated.
• Collects co-pays and patient payments.
• Answers, screens, and directs calls on multi-line phone system; takes detailed messages and/or forwards telephone calls to appropriate practitioner, voice mail, or pager.
• Clears messages each morning and delivers to appropriate practitioner.
• Performs general clerical duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing, and mailing as required.
• Keeps reception area organized.
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management. QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Proven experience in a healthcare setting, with a focus on patient care coordination.
  • Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
  • Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills.
  • A high level of organizational skills.
  • Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making to achieve organizational objectives.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical and administrative staff.
  • Ability to work well independently and be detailed-oriented, but also interact well with a team.
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
  • Proficiency in relevant computer hardware and software.
  • Superb customer service skills to provide ongoing support to patients and their families.
  • Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards.
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
  • Bilingual skills a plus.BENEFITS:
    • Competitive salary and benefits package.
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
    • Retirement savings plan.
    • Paid time off and holidays.
    • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
    • Collaborative supportive work environment.If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, possess excellent organizational skills, and thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment, we invite you to apply for the Patient Care Coordinator position. Join our team and contribute to the seamless delivery of patient-centered care in our clinic.At Progressive Spine & Orthopaedics, we are committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. As part of our hiring process, all candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test and background check. These steps are essential to ensure the safety and well-being of our employees and patients.
      
      
      
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