Call Center Agent
Pinnacle GI Partners · Rochester, MI · 1 mo ago
OTHR$17/hrFull-time
Full-time, 40 hours per week. Starting pay at $17 per hour.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, no nights or weekends. General 8-hour shift (shift times vary with department schedules).
About Us
Pinnacle GI Partners is a family of gastroenterology practices. We strive to differentiate our practices with an excellent patient experience, bringing together a remarkable network of skilled physicians with top-notch equipment, facilities, and opportunities to collaborate as professionals.
Responsibilities
- Answer phone, schedule procedures and office visits, inform patients regarding required preps
- Take messages, screen and forward calls
- Check insurance carriers to ensure practice participation in plan
- Enter new insurance information as needed
- Update and correct spelling of names, birth dates, etc. to ensure data integrity
- Operate variety of standard office equipment such as computer, copier, and fax machine
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
- Keep manager updated when unusual situations arise while scheduling patients
- Make copies of all paperwork necessary to complete job duties for self and the scheduling department
- Communicate with physicians regarding their preferences when scheduling patients
- Set priorities and demonstrate good judgment while adapting to daily schedule changes and physician requests
- Work independently and efficiently under pressure with multiple interruptions and with a high degree of accuracy
- Perform other duties as directed by management
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of and/or experience in a private medical office
- Must successfully pass a background check and a drug screening
Qualifications
- Ability to communicate effectively on the telephone and in writing
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Able to demonstrate accuracy and efficiency
- Ability to read and comprehend patient medical charts, medical terminology, prescription medications, and physician messages
- Strong computer skills and interpretation of EMR systems a plus
- Previous scheduling experience preferred
Benefits
- Competitive pay rates
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays with bonus paid floating holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability benefits
- 401k retirement plan with company match