Patient Services Representative II - OB/GYN
Sutter Health · Santa Barbara, CA · 2 mo ago
Healthcare$25.68–$35.94/hrFull-time
Serves as the first point of contact for patients entering the medical facility. This role is intended for positions employed by an outpatient facility.
Responsibilities
- Greets and checks-in patients, verifies information, schedules appointments, and updates Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Facilitates intake procedures such as completion of healthcare and insurance forms and collecting payments for services.
- Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent job performance and effective communication.
- Adheres to all organizational, local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
- May perform specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.
- Ensures the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Builds collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent education/experience (equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma).
- 1 year of recent relevant experience.
- Basic knowledge of insurance policies and procedures, as well as patient billing.
- Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Written and verbal communication skills to interact with team members, supervisors, patients, and other healthcare personnel.
- Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
- General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
- Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Schedule
- Full Time (40 hours per week).
- Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts, Monday - Friday.
- Weekend requirements: None.
Pay
Pay Range is $25.68 to $35.94 per hour. The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.
Benefits
Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.