Patient Service Coordinator

About the Job General Summary of Position Serves as the initial contact person at the medical practice or hospital department and greets patients in a courteous and professional manner. Coordinates efficient patient flow through the practice or hospital department assigned. Makes appointments registers patients collects co-payments Time-of-Service (TOS) payment processing updates demographic and insurance information and provides patients with follow-up appointments and requisitions for tests. Minimal Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED required One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience. Experience Less than 1 year 6 months - 1 year experience providing high quality customer service required preferably in a health care setting. Preference given to candidates whose experience includes the use of computerized schedules registration systems and electronic records required and Working knowledge of IDX/GE centricity business preferred Licenses and Certifications CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation MedStar Ambulatory and Urgent Care locations: (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills and good telephone etiquette. Requires knowledge of medical terminology and effective oral and written communication skills. Must possess the ability to perform in a high-pressure environment to organize and prioritize work to deal effectively and professionally with a variety of different individuals and to support and monitor the needs of multiple medical providers. This position has a hiring range of USD $18.70 - USD $32.72 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center