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Time Type:

Part time

Department:

Registration

All Locations:

10 Gove Street – Taylor Building

Position Summary:

NeighborHealth is hiring a Patient Access Coordinator!

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 11am-3pm and includes flexibility based on dept needs in the Emergency Department

As a customer service expert, you are a liaison for all patients seeking services at NeighborHealth. As a member of the Patient Access Team, you will be expected to interact in a professional, friendly and welcoming manner while capturing accurate information in order to provide a superior customer experience. The Patient Access Coordinator will be expected to register and arrive patients in the Epic system, and answer phones according to the Registration department guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Acts as a mentor to new and existing registration staff. Works with supervisor to orient and train new staff to department policies, procedures and workflow.Schedules appointments for all patients as requested by the patient or provider.Sets up the recalls for returning patients as instructed by the providerAnswers the telephone in a polite and courteous manner. Identifies the department and introduces self.Works closely and professionally with the clinical team to assist patients who walk-in with symptoms. Obtains all relevant information to properly forward to the clinical teamManages all incoming and outgoing in basket messagesCreates Telephone encounters for patients with non-urgent concerns in need of a call from someone in the clinical teamScrubs schedule for all outstanding arrived appointments and complete them through the checkout process.Utilizes Dental/Optical software according to the departmentVerify insurance in advance and same day.

Skills/Abilities

Demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels.Proficiency with technology using Windows, Epic, Workday, RTE, MassHealth portalDemonstrate flexibility while being able to multi task and in a fast-paced environment.

Experience

At least two years of experience working in health care and/or with MassHealth insurances with a focus on creating an excellent patient experience.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. requiredBilingual skills required (spanish/english)Maintain annual CAC certification

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.Life and disability insurance.401(k) retirement plan.Tuition reimbursement.Flexible spending and transportation accounts.Paid holidays, vacations, sick, and personal time.Generous staff development benefit.Excellent malpractice coverage.Pet insurance.And much more.

Pay Range

$19.55 up to $29.33 based on experience

NeighborHealth opens our doors to people from all demographics and cultures. Our workforce is as diverse as the city we call home - in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, and age, as well as in cultural backgrounds, life experiences, thoughts, and ideas.