Patient Services Representative

Patient Services Position Available! Type: Full Time Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9:00Am - 6:00PM Southern WV Health System is looking for someone who wants to become part of a supportive, positive workplace where your contributions truly matter. We provide competitive pay and an exceptional benefits package, including vacation time, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance and more, plus a 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match after your first year of full-time employment. Job Statement/Summary The Patient Service Representative supports the delivery of patient care by greeting and registering patients and answering incoming phone calls. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION Answers a multiline switchboard and properly distributes calls, takes messages or handles the call appropriately by identifying needs, resolving matters, or making referrals. Registers patients. Greets members of the public when they enter buildings and assist them in addressing their needs. Coordinates activities in the front desk area with other employees to ensure a smooth operation. Coordinates the building’s communications such as the use of the intercom system and transfers. Assists in checking appointments. Accepts cash payments from clients and writes receipts. Performs routine data entry. Helps to ensure that the safety, health, and wellbeing of clients while they are in the lobby area. Submits documentation in a timely and accurate manner. Supports the training of new employees in the department. Performs functions they are crosstrained on, including medical records, intakes, and scheduling. Acts as a float, traveling from sitetosite to help with coverage when needed. Operates normal office equipment such as computers, fax machines, and copiers. Performs other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Competencies Customer Service Communication (verbal) Organization Collaboration Teamwork Computer Skills Education (level and type) and Related Work Experience Candidates will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of experience as a receptionist or related position in an office environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern West Virginia Health System