Patient Coordinator Job at Johns Hopkins University, Department of Dermatology
Johns Hopkins University, Department of Dermatology Washington, DC
$15.70 - $27.55 an hour
Offer friendly, courteous, and confidential assistance to every patient to ensure the patient has a positive experience while at Johns Hopkins. We are seeking a
Patient Service Coordinator who will coordinate the day-to-day clinical operations for a group of health care professionals. Troubleshoot and resolve problems as they arise; collaborate with others to resolve patient problems or refer patients to appropriate resources. Serve as liaison for the group with the billing office and division management. Maintain accurate information on each patient to facilitate the patient encounter. Use automated systems to expedite patient scheduling, pre-registration, and check-in. Work with others in a team environment.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Scheduling & Templating
- Schedule patients for medical examinations, consultations and procedures. Relay information to patients regarding preparation for these appointments.
- Coordinate visits either within the department or between several departments.
- Telephone and interview patients and/or family members to obtain accurate pre-registration information and to confirm appointments.
- Print and mail directions, maps, fee schedules, and department specific information to patients.
- Create and maintain physician templates in patient scheduling system, and ensure efficient utilization of the templates.
Registration
- Verify and enter pre-registration and insurance information into the computer system and prepare daily printed schedules for designated areas.
- Obtain and/or verify patient's demographic data by phone or in person. Confirm appointments by telephone and/or mail.
- Fill appointment vacancies due to cancellations. Obtain pre-certifications as required by patients' health care insurers or managed care providers, and ensure that this is done for all patient encounters as required.
- Register patients for clinical appointments using computerized database. Assist patients or family members with the completion of medical insurance forms. Inform patients of costs of care being provided, and guide them to appropriate resources for further information, guidance, or assistance.
- Arrange or assist in arranging patient transportation when necessary.
Phone
- Answer phones and provide routine information to callers.
- Call patients to remind them of scheduled visits or follow up on missed appointments.
Billing
- Participate in the billing process by collecting time of service payments (co-pays or balances)or entering charges into electronic billing systems.
- Assist with basic insurance and third party queries and explain payment policies.
- Reconcile automated records and collected monies at the end of the day and makes deposits in an accurate and timely way.
Clinic Flow and Leadership
- Collaborate with the clinic manager/supervisor to ensure scheduling conflicts are resolved, monitor room utilization, and maintain clinic patient flow.
- Intervene, as necessary, on issues relating to patient complaints, health care providers' concerns, and operational issues, and take measures to correct situation or ensures appropriate personnel are involved.
- Ensure that administrative and office equipment is maintained in adequate working order and schedule maintenance.
- Serve in a leadership capacity with the registration and scheduling staff, setting an example in professionalism, attention to detail and customer service.
- Partner with the clinic manager on issues related to front office staff management.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
- One year work experience in a similar service-oriented industry required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two years college or equivalent work experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Windows, MS Word software is helpful.
- Knowledge of medical insurance coverage.
- Familiar with medical terminology.
Please apply to this position via https://jobs.jhu.edu/job/Washington-CO-Patient-Service-Coordinator-DC-20016/1013785300/
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