Patient Representative - Rheumatology (Full Time)

HOW WE CARE FOR YOU 

At St. Lawrence Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community. 

• Same Day pay through Daily Pay 

• Paid vacation & holiday pay 

• Medical, dental, vision, hearing benefits 

SUMMARY

Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) modules and other office equipment to perform all clerical tasks in an efficient and timely manner.  Works in collaboration with physicians (MD, DO), Physician Assistants (PA), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), and Nurse Practitioner (NP).

St. Lawrence Health (SLH) was established in December 2013 with the mission to improve health and to expand access through coordination and integration of services. SLH became an affiliate of Rochester Regional Health (RRH) in January 2021. Working together with our community partners, including local health departments and agencies, we are focused on disease prevention, promoting access to quality healthcare services, and improving the overall quality of life for our communities. 

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Greenfield (Canton, NY)

DEPARTMENT: Rheumatology

SCHEDULE: 10 Hour Shifts

ATTRIBUTES

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent

• Preferred: Medical terminology

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient care Management 

• Responsible for performance of and adhering to all standards and processes established for the requirements of clerical activities within the medical practice. Including, but not limited to, scheduling, all activities of telephone contact with patients, scanning, record preparation, collection of monies, etc. Must have knowledge of patient accounts necessary to be able to assist patients with questions regarding clinical charges and basic insurance benefits.

• Documents and assists in documentation of all essential patient encounter information in the electronic medical record (EMR), or other means as appropriate. Provide open and clear communication and collaboration with PPM management team, and MH to the physicians, other providers, and support staff. Provides direct support to providers as needed throughout the work day

• Assures that all patient encounters, whether in person, electronically, telephonic, via other communication links is achieved in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

• Participates in patient and/or caregiver education as requested by providers.

• Appropriately manages incoming and outgoing referrals within CPH and with external entities.

People 

• Works with all providers in maintenance of patient schedules for regular office visits. Accommodate adjustments to schedules based on provider’s needs

• Maintains a level of communication that exceeds the person’s expectations in every encounter.

• Participated in educational offerings as provided by CPH from time to time.

Financial 

• Effectively controls practice expenses through efficient use of medical and clerical supplies. Responsible for the collection of monies, cash drawer balancing, and resolution of any cash drawer discrepancies.

Regulatory 

• Works with St. Lawrence Health System management team to comply with all established standards required under the accreditation standards of Det Norske Veritas (DNV). Is knowledgeable of state and federal healthcare standards, as appropriate. Accesses appropriate resources through the PPM management team regarding DNV standards, federal (CMS), State of New York statutes, rules and regulations under all applicable federal and state, departments and acts collaboratively with leadership team. Resolves problems and ensures compliance with office standards of quality patient care and customer service. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures, protocols, guidelines, etc.

Development 

• Works with St. Lawrence Health System management team to resolve clerical issues (processes, performance, etc.) to identify opportunities for improvement.

Other 

• Participates in ad hoc projects, as assigned.

• Collaborate with St. Lawrence Health