Patient Services Rep

Patient Services Rep

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

The posted compensation range of $25.23 - $28.46 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

As our Patient Services Representative, you will be the first point of phone customer service contact for our patients, physicians and other clinic staff. This position is represented by the SEIU-UHW. Every day you will provide prompt, accurate, courteous and helpful phone and related assistance to all callers through a variety of communication channels including voice, chat, email, and text. You will perform a variety of duties including collecting and updating demographics, insurance information verification of health plan eligibility, and taking complete and accurate messages. You will schedule mutually acceptable appointment times utilizing an electronic appointment management system, electronic health record and contact center systems, and you may also assist with referrals and authorizations. To be successful in this role, you will have an enthusiasm to help others, an innate ability to solve complex problems, and a desire for continuous growth and improvement.

• Resolve caller inquiries completely during the initial contact
• Communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders, verbally and in writing
• Perform job functions with independence, flexibility, and creative problem-solving
• Maintain call control by de-escalating issues and confidently articulating resolutions
• Utilize exceptional patient/customer service for effective problem-solving
• Meet all quality assurance and key performance metrics
• Schedule appointments, provide information, and process all patient requests efficiently and accurately
• Provide high-level customer service with active listening, problem-solving, and professional calm
• Proactively improve patient experience, maximize opportunities, and ensure a professional work environment
• Utilize resources wisely, maintain equipment, manage supplies, and adhere to time policies
• Continuously seek feedback, explore efficient alternatives, and offer proactive solutions to problems
• Ensure safety by understanding emergency plans, meeting OSHA standards, completing training, and maintaining confidentiality

Required

• High School Graduate or High School GED General studies
• Minimum of 6 months experience scheduling patient appointments, either in-person or via phone
• Experience with computer systems, including office windows based programs and web based applications

Preferred

• 1 year of higher education, some college

Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled, qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.