Patient Representative

Apply Job Type Full-time Description The Semmes Murphey Clinic is looking to add another great personality to our front desk team. This position is key to creating a seamless experience for patients when they arrive and through the checkout process. This role would be a good fit if you are friendly, dependable, and enjoy making a positive impact on patients and their families. This is a full time, onsite position Monday to Friday approximately 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Please note this role may require work at multiple clinic locations. A list of these locations and addresses can be found on our website. Reliable transportation to these various clinics is required. Key Responsibilities Include Confirm patient demographic and insurance information is correct/updated in their electronic medical recordInterpret data on check out sheet and schedule appointments for patients according to physician-specific criteriaAccept co-payments and process credit cards for real-time payments; provide patients with a receiptInteract and communicate professionally with patients, financial counselors, nursing staff, diagnostic imaging staff, and supervisors as needed Occasionally travel to satellite clinics to perform Front Desk functions for the visiting physician Requirements Requirements: High school diploma or equivalentCustomer service experience, preferably in a healthcare environment, which includes insurance verification You should be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), Internet software, web-based insurance verification software, and practice management software. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Will provide excellent customer service and has excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult or emotional situationsIs able to communicate effectively and persuasively in both positive and negative situations, while listening and responding appropriately to questionsHas the ability to manage and complete various responsibilities in a timely manner within a fast-paced environmentIs adaptable to changes in the work environment, dealing with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected eventsMaintains a high level of confidentiality and discretionCan travel locally or regionally to assigned clinic locations as required for the role Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled #SMC