US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities
Patient Services Representative
US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities, Bastrop, Texas, United States, 78602
Overview
The
US Oncology Network
is looking for a
Patient Services Representative
to join our team at
Texas Oncology . This full-time position will support
the Bastrop location (3107 Hwy 71 East Bastrop, Texas 78602
).
Typical work week is Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm. This position can be a level 1, 2, or Sr based on candidate experience. Notes from hiring manager:
Our clinic is more than just a workplace; it's a community built on teamwork, mutual support, and continuous growth. When you join us, you become part of a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our patients. We prioritize work-life balance and offer ongoing opportunities for professional development, so you can thrive both personally and professionally. As a part of
The
US Oncology Network ,
Texas Oncology
delivers high-quality, evidence-based care to patients close to home.
Texas Oncology
is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 530 providers in 280+ sites across Texas, our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer. Today,
Texas Oncology
treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis. The
US Oncology Network
is one of the nation's largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America.
The
US Oncology Network
is supported by
McKesson
Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care. What does the Patient Services Representative do? Under general supervision, is responsible for scheduling patient appointments and tests in an efficient and timely manner. Responds to all incoming scheduling calls with timely and accurate resolutions. May include outside scheduling and/or surgical scheduling responsibilities. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Responsibilities
The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to): Ensures all insurance, demographic, and eligibility information is obtained from patients and entered into the system in an accurate and timely manner. Registers patients in the system as necessary. Collects and reviews all patient insurance information and completes insurance forms. Collects co-pays, deductibles and other out of pocket amounts at the time of visit. Confirms patient insurance verification and eligibility. Obtains pre-authorization of services and/or referrals. Assesses patient financial requirements and advises patients and families on insurance benefits, co-pays and financial obligations. Posts line items and adjustments to patient accounts. Balances receipts, reconciles daily work batches and prepares audit trail. Prepares deposits for bank as needed. Reviews Explanation of Benefits (EOB) for consistency. Submits files and processes all claims for payment. Researches and resolves claim delay issues. Resolves patient questions and complaints regarding insurance billing and adjusts accounts as necessary. Resubmits claims and processes all insurance/patient correspondence. Provides all documentation to expedite payment. Follows-up on assigned accounts. Uses collection techniques to keep accounts current including monitoring for delinquent payments. Sets-up financial arrangements with patients as necessary. As necessary, assists patients with researching and obtaining community resources including housing, transportation, drugs and pharmaceutical supplies, and financial resources.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the Patient Services Representative will have the following background and experience: Level 1 High School Diploma or equivalent required. This position is entry level and requires 0-3 years of medical business office experience. Level 2 (in addition to level 1 requirements) Minimum 3 to 5 years medical business office experience. Level Sr (in addition to level 1 and 2 requirements) Minimum five years medical business office experience. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work requires frequent interaction with patients and staff.
The
US Oncology Network
is looking for a
Patient Services Representative
to join our team at
Texas Oncology . This full-time position will support
the Bastrop location (3107 Hwy 71 East Bastrop, Texas 78602
).
Typical work week is Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm. This position can be a level 1, 2, or Sr based on candidate experience. Notes from hiring manager:
Our clinic is more than just a workplace; it's a community built on teamwork, mutual support, and continuous growth. When you join us, you become part of a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our patients. We prioritize work-life balance and offer ongoing opportunities for professional development, so you can thrive both personally and professionally. As a part of
The
US Oncology Network ,
Texas Oncology
delivers high-quality, evidence-based care to patients close to home.
Texas Oncology
is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 530 providers in 280+ sites across Texas, our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer. Today,
Texas Oncology
treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis. The
US Oncology Network
is one of the nation's largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America.
The
US Oncology Network
is supported by
McKesson
Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care. What does the Patient Services Representative do? Under general supervision, is responsible for scheduling patient appointments and tests in an efficient and timely manner. Responds to all incoming scheduling calls with timely and accurate resolutions. May include outside scheduling and/or surgical scheduling responsibilities. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Responsibilities
The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to): Ensures all insurance, demographic, and eligibility information is obtained from patients and entered into the system in an accurate and timely manner. Registers patients in the system as necessary. Collects and reviews all patient insurance information and completes insurance forms. Collects co-pays, deductibles and other out of pocket amounts at the time of visit. Confirms patient insurance verification and eligibility. Obtains pre-authorization of services and/or referrals. Assesses patient financial requirements and advises patients and families on insurance benefits, co-pays and financial obligations. Posts line items and adjustments to patient accounts. Balances receipts, reconciles daily work batches and prepares audit trail. Prepares deposits for bank as needed. Reviews Explanation of Benefits (EOB) for consistency. Submits files and processes all claims for payment. Researches and resolves claim delay issues. Resolves patient questions and complaints regarding insurance billing and adjusts accounts as necessary. Resubmits claims and processes all insurance/patient correspondence. Provides all documentation to expedite payment. Follows-up on assigned accounts. Uses collection techniques to keep accounts current including monitoring for delinquent payments. Sets-up financial arrangements with patients as necessary. As necessary, assists patients with researching and obtaining community resources including housing, transportation, drugs and pharmaceutical supplies, and financial resources.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the Patient Services Representative will have the following background and experience: Level 1 High School Diploma or equivalent required. This position is entry level and requires 0-3 years of medical business office experience. Level 2 (in addition to level 1 requirements) Minimum 3 to 5 years medical business office experience. Level Sr (in addition to level 1 and 2 requirements) Minimum five years medical business office experience. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work requires frequent interaction with patients and staff.