Patient Services Coordinator

Description

OAK Orthopedics, a division of Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, is currently hiring a Patient Service Coordinator for our busy Tinley Park office. 

Job Summary

The main focus of this position is to deliver exceptional patient-centered customer service and to support our teams. This position is responsible for accurate registration, optimal patient scheduling, and other office duties that contribute to a great patient experience, a positive team atmosphere, and achieve company goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Greeting patients and answering general inquiries
• Appointment scheduling
• Phone reception, patient triage, and escalation to appropriate staff
• Registration/pre-registration procedures to include the review of patient demographics, insurance and advising patient to provide any necessary documents
• Check in/out procedures
• Patient chart management
• Collection/posting of patient responsibility payments (including copays and deductibles)
• Insurance verification and Referral management
• Maintains clean and safe work environment
• Other office duties as assigned

Requirements

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum one year experience in customer service role, healthcare experience (preferred).
• Knowledge in medical terminology preferred
• Ability to handle highly confidential, sensitive and non-routine information
• Familiarity with scheduling and rearranging appointments
• Possess good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications.
• Epic (EHR) experience preferred
• Insurance payer and eligibility knowledge
• Must be a team player
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and have a flexible schedule as needed
• Neat, professional appearance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Results oriented with concern for appropriate process
• Willingness to attend and successfully complete ongoing training required to maintain responsibilities

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes health, life, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO accrual, as well as 401K, profit sharing, employee assistance program, and disability coverage.