2-3 years office experience or one year of related experience in a medical practice - preferred
Experience using an electronic health record and Microsoft Office a plus.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to multi-task in a high patient volume unit.
Ability to learn and utilize resources.
Strong time management skills.
Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusions.
Good judgement and ability to problem solve; escalate issues as needed.
Strong teamwork skills and work ethic.
Physical Demands
Standing - Occasionally
Walking - Occasionally
Sitting - Constantly
Lifting - Rarely
Carrying - Rarely
Pushing - Rarely
Pulling - Rarely
Climbing - Rarely
Balancing - Rarely
Stooping - Rarely
Kneeling - Rarely
Crouching - Rarely
Crawling - Rarely
Reaching - Rarely
Handling - Occasionally
Grasping - Occasionally
Feeling - Rarely
Talking - Constantly
Hearing - Constantly
Repetitive Motions - Frequently
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently
Working Conditions
Extreme cold - Rarely
Extreme heat - Rarely
Humidity - Rarely
Wet - Rarely
Noise - Occasionally
Hazards - Rarely
Temperature Change - Rarely
Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely
Vibration - Rarely
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
Department/Unit:
Patient Engagement Center
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$46,215.00 - $60,080.00
- Register patients, update insurance information, schedule visits, and other duties as assigned to coordinate patient appointment scheduling.
- Interact with a diverse patient population.
- Utilize the electronic medical record to maintain patient records via registration process and scan functionality.
- Be knowledgeable with state and government agencies to provide proper consents for patients who are wards of the state; work with facilities to obtain proper consents from patient proxies.
- Be knowledgeable of and adhere to payer requirements for referrals and authorization within the scope of the specialty they are assigned.
- Schedule follow up appointments, referrals and prior authorization for patient schedule visits as needed.
- Communicate professionally and timely with all parties, including providers, patients, clinical care team, and insurance companies.
- Answer incoming phone calls and direct appropriately to team members.
- Conveys professional image by adhering to the established dress code.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for registration and scheduling process for complex patients.
Responsible for updating the system with registration, scheduling and insurance information.
Prepares patient disability and out of work / school paperwork.
Responsible for discussing financial obligation and explaining regulatory forms, as well as answering any questions.
Works in multiple systems during patient facing interactions and telephone call receipts to complete accurate registration and to support the clinical workflow.
Understands the practice and hospital strategic plan.
Supports plans, policy and procedures, and initiatives within scope of their departments expectations and role.
Represents AMC and supports the ideals and principles of their department, the Practice, the Hospital and the Center.
Exemplify Albany Med CARES guiding principles.
Is a champion to ensure an optimal patient experience.
Understands and promotes patient and employee safety as our top priority.
Promotes a safe environment and promptly reports issues.
Understands patient safety goals.
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