Patient Service Specialist - Medical Front Office

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Austin, TX (Round Rock Teravista) Patient Service Specialist (PSS) - Float Hours: vary between Monday - Friday 7am - 7pm Full Time Candidate will be required to travel to multiple outpatient clinics. Areas of coverage include (but not limited to): Tech Ridge, Hutto, Pflugerville, Avery Ranch, Round Rock Sundance Compensation depends upon candidate’s years of experience and internal equity. This is an entry-level position. Starting salary: $18 - $25 per hour based on experience Benefits Of Becoming a Patient Service Specialist With Us We strive to provide our employees with a solid work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and fulfilling lives beyond our doors. Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID) A 401(k) retirement plan with company match Short and Long Term Disability Personal and Family Medical Leave PSS Ladder Program Eligibility and effective dates vary Looking for a Full Time Float. Preferred candidate is organized, detail oriented, flexible and able to work well with others or independently. A self-starter that can provide outstanding customer service and get things done. We process referrals, schedule patients, complete the intake process & data entry, insurance verification, authorizations and review of benefits with patients, copay collection, arrival and scheduling patients, billing reports, closing report and other tasks as needed. Responsibilities Coordinates patient appointments, working with Center manager to minimize cancellations and support Treatment adherence. Registers patient information, ensuring all forms are complete with signatures and accurate information documented in the electronic medical record. Verifies patient insurance, obtaining required authorizations before patient visit and explains benefits, financial responsibilities, billing, and outpatient policies. Collects toward patient responsibility at each visit. Scan and maintain medical documents. Reconciles and posts charges daily and performs other reporting to ensure clean claim processing. Responds to all request for information from patients, other department and physicians. Maintains office, orders supplies and manages mail. Willingness to adjust schedule to center needs. Travels to attend all mandatory meetings and in-service education programs. Travels to non-home location center or other site for coverage when necessary. HS diploma or GED is required. Preferred Experience Customer service experience Knowledge of insurance verification Healthcare, medical, or dental office administration #J-18808-Ljbffr