Patient Service Coordinator

Site: Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries. Job Summary Under direction, receives incoming phone calls and online requests from both patients and referring providers interested in accessing care. Verifies patient information and utilizes decision trees and other guidelines to schedule patient visits and coordinate care. Ensures that patients, referring providers and other customers receive timely, efficient and high-quality service. This is a telephone/computer-based position; there is limited to no face-to-face interaction with patients or other customers. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions Functions as the front line of the organization to coordinate registration and initiate scheduling for new patient appointments. Verifies and updates patient demographic, financial, and referral information into the computer in strict compliance with established department procedures for the purpose of scheduling of an appointment. Answers telephone, takes accurate and detailed messages using professional and courteous customer service techniques. Provides basic information and instructions to patients regarding the practice and Hospitals across the enterprise. Maintains confidentiality and privacy consistent with HIPAA guidelines. Completely and accurately transcribes call, referral and scheduling information Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers of the Mass General Brigham Hospitals and ambulatory practices; supports ongoing communication and provides service recovery when needed with patients and referring physicians. Qualifications Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience customer service work experience, specifically in a contact/call center environment 0-1 year required experience in a medical office or health care setting, with Epic experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of basic computer skills, including demonstrated ability to effectively use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and general data entry concepts and search functionality. Strong communication, interpersonal and team skills. Ability to exercise judgment in dealing with sensitive, confidential information. Detail-oriented with the ability to enter information accurately on paper and into electronic systems. Ability to handle a high volume of calls and work in a fast-paced environment. Requires ability to translate the request of the patient or referring office into the appropriate action - appointment scheduling or cancelling, message to the provider, update insurance or demographic information - using the tools and protocols available. Requires an in-depth knowledge of the referral triage processes and knowledge of insurance stipulations that may affect appointment scheduling. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: One Hospital Road Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Pay Range: $21.32 - $44.22/Hourly Grade: SM1207 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. EEO Statement: 1550 Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disabilit #J-18808-Ljbffr massgeneralbrigham