Patient Service Representative
Pulmonary Medicine, Infectious Disease & Critical Care Consultants Medical Group, Inc. · Sacramento, CA · Today
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Schedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointments for multiple providers and specialties.
- Answer incoming calls promptly and professionally while assisting patients with scheduling needs.
- Cook up referrals and appointments based on provider recommendations and patient needs.
- Verify patient demographics, insurance information, and appointment eligibility.
- Obtain prior authorizations or referrals when required.
- Maintain accurate scheduling records within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
- Communicate appointment instructions and preparation requirements to patients.
- Manage provider schedules to maximize efficiency while minimizing scheduling conflicts.
- Respond to patient inquiries and route messages appropriately.
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Perform other scheduling and administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- A minimum of one year of medical scheduling, medical office, or healthcare customer service experience is preferred.
- Experience scheduling for multiple providers or specialties is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance verification, referrals, and prior authorizations is required.
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems is preferred.
- Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office are required.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities are essential.
- The ability to remain professional and compassionate while working in a fast-paced environment is necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Exceptional benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, PTO, and 401k with generous company match