UnitedHealth Group
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Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The
Senior Patient Service Representative
serves a wide variety of duties associated with patient services. This position is responsible for all components of the patient experience ranging from patient in-take, office visit, patient close-out, and appointment scheduling. The position also oversees the reporting function for the clinic including compliance specific reports as well as corporate statistics.
Work Location:
1721 N Lee Trevino Dr, El Paso, TX 79936
Work Hours:
Monday-Friday from 7 AM - 8 PM (rotating shifts 7 AM-4 PM or 11 AM-8 PM) and Saturday-Sunday from 8 AM -6 PM. Must be able to work all shifts on a rotating schedule.
Primary Responsibilities:
Prepares weekly reports including documentation for management regarding the status of appointments and general patient information
Oversees the membership report and ensure that information provided by the information technology department is updated on a bi-weekly basis to reflect all current patient data
Coordinates initial patient contact and ensures patient eligibility to clinic and verifies that the appropriate primary care physician is listed prior to setting up appointments
Prepares and mails out new patient packets to include welcome letter, magnets, bios, and appointment confirmation dates
Initiates Comfort Care appointments for patients as needed and trouble shoots problems that may arise between Comfort Care and the patient
Completes a monthly membership report to review new members and to check for patients that are not reachable
Coordinates with customer service for patients that are not reachable as well as involving management to take next steps to follow-up with the patient
Validates patients' attestation sheets and conducts research to determine if and when a patient may need a follow-up visit
Coordinates with the physicians and ensures a timely submission of the attestation sheets to the Data Rap department if applicable
Ensures patients are scheduled in a timely manner and or re-schedule as needed
Focus on Quality and assists with Band 1-3 patients
May perform regular Patient Services Representative duties to include: Greeting patients; complete check in and check out tasks; collecting co-payments, co-insurance, and deductibles; answer phones, scheduling appointments, redirecting calls as appropriate and assist callers with questions or concerns within the Patient Services Representative scope
Inputs and/or updates patient demographic information and advises on the collection of patient payment
Schedule routine and follow-up appointments. Reviews all incoming faxes and routes to the appropriate area of the clinic
May mentor, onboard and train new team members. Serves as a subject matter expert as needed by the Lead Patient Services Representative, Clinic Administrator or Supervisor, Clinic Operations
Performs all other related duties as assigned
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
2+ years of experience working in a medical environment
2+ years of experience working with referrals, prior authorization and verifying insurance and eligibility
2+ years of experience guiding and supporting others without direct supervisory responsibilities
Beginner level of knowledge of EPRG and Medicare Advantage quality requirements
Intermediate level of proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other departmental specific programs/application
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
ICD10 and CPT coding experience preferred
Proven ability to mentor and train others
Possess planning, organizing, conflict resolution, negotiating and interpersonal skills
Independent problem identification/resolution and decision-making skills
Must be able to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks, demands simultaneously
Bilingual - Spanish/English
Soft Skills:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both in person and via phone
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.74 to $31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
#RPO #RED
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The
Senior Patient Service Representative
serves a wide variety of duties associated with patient services. This position is responsible for all components of the patient experience ranging from patient in-take, office visit, patient close-out, and appointment scheduling. The position also oversees the reporting function for the clinic including compliance specific reports as well as corporate statistics.
Work Location:
1721 N Lee Trevino Dr, El Paso, TX 79936
Work Hours:
Monday-Friday from 7 AM - 8 PM (rotating shifts 7 AM-4 PM or 11 AM-8 PM) and Saturday-Sunday from 8 AM -6 PM. Must be able to work all shifts on a rotating schedule.
Primary Responsibilities:
Prepares weekly reports including documentation for management regarding the status of appointments and general patient information
Oversees the membership report and ensure that information provided by the information technology department is updated on a bi-weekly basis to reflect all current patient data
Coordinates initial patient contact and ensures patient eligibility to clinic and verifies that the appropriate primary care physician is listed prior to setting up appointments
Prepares and mails out new patient packets to include welcome letter, magnets, bios, and appointment confirmation dates
Initiates Comfort Care appointments for patients as needed and trouble shoots problems that may arise between Comfort Care and the patient
Completes a monthly membership report to review new members and to check for patients that are not reachable
Coordinates with customer service for patients that are not reachable as well as involving management to take next steps to follow-up with the patient
Validates patients' attestation sheets and conducts research to determine if and when a patient may need a follow-up visit
Coordinates with the physicians and ensures a timely submission of the attestation sheets to the Data Rap department if applicable
Ensures patients are scheduled in a timely manner and or re-schedule as needed
Focus on Quality and assists with Band 1-3 patients
May perform regular Patient Services Representative duties to include: Greeting patients; complete check in and check out tasks; collecting co-payments, co-insurance, and deductibles; answer phones, scheduling appointments, redirecting calls as appropriate and assist callers with questions or concerns within the Patient Services Representative scope
Inputs and/or updates patient demographic information and advises on the collection of patient payment
Schedule routine and follow-up appointments. Reviews all incoming faxes and routes to the appropriate area of the clinic
May mentor, onboard and train new team members. Serves as a subject matter expert as needed by the Lead Patient Services Representative, Clinic Administrator or Supervisor, Clinic Operations
Performs all other related duties as assigned
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
2+ years of experience working in a medical environment
2+ years of experience working with referrals, prior authorization and verifying insurance and eligibility
2+ years of experience guiding and supporting others without direct supervisory responsibilities
Beginner level of knowledge of EPRG and Medicare Advantage quality requirements
Intermediate level of proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other departmental specific programs/application
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
ICD10 and CPT coding experience preferred
Proven ability to mentor and train others
Possess planning, organizing, conflict resolution, negotiating and interpersonal skills
Independent problem identification/resolution and decision-making skills
Must be able to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks, demands simultaneously
Bilingual - Spanish/English
Soft Skills:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both in person and via phone
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.74 to $31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
#RPO #RED