Patient Services Representative- Mars
UPMC
**Tri-Rivers Muskuloseketal Centers are hiring a full-time Patient Services Representative for their Mars office. This is a Monday-Friday position. No weekends or holidays!**
Tri-Rivers Muskuloseketal Centers are a multi-specialty group (orthopedic, physical Medicine Rehabilitation, Rheumatology, Sports Medicine). This position does have Possible travel based on call-off and/or vacation requests. Free parking, Paid mileage
**Responsibilities:**
+ Provide a warm greeting for all patients. Guide patients through the use of self-arrival technology or check-in patients at the desk depending on patient preference. Collect copayments and any other applicable patient payments at the point of service. Confirm and/or update patient registration information at checkout.
+ Schedule follow-up appointments within the practice at checkout. Schedule or connect patients to resources to schedule ancillary services at checkout. Help patients navigate the healthcare system by providing clear and understandable instructions.
+ Provides follow-up to unresolved patient questions or needs to ensure the appropriate continuity of care. Understands the principles of service recovery and is both empowered and responsible for taking appropriate action to recover from service that does not meet the expectation of the UPMC Experience.
+ Register patients in the Biometrics (fingerprint recognition) program and explain the benefits. Promote MyUPMC patient portal and assist patients in registration when applicable
+ Assist patients in education of financial responsibility and connect them to advocacy resources as needed. Confirm/verify insurance benefits with the appropriate carrier via online verification systems or telephone inquiries.
+ Obtain the signature of the patient or family member for consent to treatment and financial responsibility following the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) rules and regulations. Appropriately distribute / triage phone calls to other areas and/or clinical providers. Assist with administrative duties in the office including but not limited to scanning of medical records and faxing
+ Performs under system-wide competencies/behaviors.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
Completion of high school graduation or equivalent is 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 is preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology is 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**
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