Patient Experience Specialist I

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Patient Experience Specialist I to join our eye clinic. Responsibilities include welcoming clients, managing calls, and efficiently handling patient check-ins and check-outs. The ideal candidate possesses strong computer skills, typing proficiency, and a passion for creating positive patient experiences through empathy.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls on a multi-line phone system, respond to inquiries, and make outbound calls to patients promptly and courteously
• Register patients and verify patients’ records are up-to-date and accurate
• Verify personal and insurance information for services and procedures
• Schedule appointments and procedures
• Reschedule missed appointments and cancellations
• Process medical record requests
• Collect and process payments from patients
• Conduct daily reconciliation of cash reports and monies collected
• Complete other functions as requested by management

Requirements

• Strong communication, outgoing, and positive interpersonal skills
• Healthcare and service industry experience preferred
• Empathetic personality with attention to patient’s needs
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to work as a team member and uphold organizational standards and values
• Demonstrated computer literacy
• Excellent judgment, dependability, and diligence
• Demonstrated high ethical standards and integrity
• Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality
• Customer and patient service orientation: prompt response to patient needs and ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations with tact, empathy, and diplomacy
• Professionalism: displays positive outlook and pleasant manner, does not instigate, or participate in office gossip or negativity, keeps commitments, dresses appropriately, and is well-groomed
• Ability to work cooperatively in group situations; offer assistance and support to coworkers, actively resolve conflicts, inspire the trust of others, and treat patients and coworkers with respect
• High School diploma or GED, associate degree preferred
• Willingness to submit to a background check (drug screen for Ambulatory Surgery Centers only)

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $16hr-$21hr. Actual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, certifications, internal equity, and business needs. Benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education Support
• Certification Sponsorship
• Employee Eyewear Discounts
• Referral Bonus Opportunities

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods
• Frequent use of hands, fingers, and computer equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds

Compliance Requirements

Annual compliance training is required. Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and company policies is required. Background screening may be required based on position. Drug screening may be required based on position and location.