Patient Service Representative - Family Medicine

Additional Information About The Role Come join our team as a full-time Patient Service Representative with Preferred Medical Office Experience Day Shift Additional Information About The Role Come join our team as a full-time Patient Service Representative with BJC Medical Group in Columbia, Illinois , this is a rare opportunity to join a great team! Outpatient Preferred Medical Office Experience 40-Hours per week Day Shift Benefit Eligible Overview BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area. Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world’s best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care. BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Role Purpose The Patient Services Representative acts as the initial point of contact for front office activity and helps directs the patient flow process at the physician office. This position performs patient check-ins and appointment scheduling. This position also maintains patient financial records and may serve as a switchboard operator as needed. Responsibilities Handles telephone calls from patients and staff; forwards calls requiring triage. Performs receptionist duties with close attention to detail and professionalism. Verifies health insurance payment information and educates patients on the applicable regulations; collects payments and records data. Performs data entry of service charges, to include the assignment of diagnostic codes and the entering of all physician and clinic related charges. Coordinates information with Central Billing Office to ensure all charges are captured and properly collected. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience 2-5 years BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To Learn More, Go To Our Benefits Summary. Not all benefits apply to all jobs Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr BJC Medical Group