Patient Service Representative
The Patient Service Representative (PSR) is responsible for providing quality customer service to Finger Lakes Community Health patients and serves as a resource and guide. This position ensures the various patient scheduling, check-in, and payment collection duties are completed and documented appropriately.
Health Center Operations
- Open and / or close building in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health hours of operation
- Clean waiting room prior to opening and throughout the day
- Attend morning huddle meeting with patient care team to address scheduling concerns
Patient Appointments
Schedule patient appointments as requested from provider, patients, telephone encounters, or actionsCall patient to confirm upcoming appointmentVerify patient insurance coverage and eligibilityIdentify back balances and financial responsibilities of the patient.Document no shows, cancellations, or rescheduled appointments in the electronic health record systemIdentify additional Finger Lakes Community Health services that the patient may benefit fromPatient Check-In
Greet patient upon arrivalGive patient necessary forms for completionAssist patient with form completion or Kiosk check-in processReview paperwork for completion and accuracyInput Data, witness signatures, and scan paperwork into the patient recordVerify and / or update patient personal information at every contact with a patientChange patient status in electronic health record system when patient is ready to be seenPatient Payment
Educate patient on Finger Lakes Community Health sliding fee scale and payment assistance programsCollect required documentation for payment assistance programsInform patient of current account balance and collect paymentAssist patient with Payment Plans for outstanding balancesPost payment into the electronic health records systemReconcile daily payments and cashboxDocumentation
Submit telephone encounters and actions in the electronic health record systemAddress telephone encounters and actions in the electronic health record system in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health policies and proceduresEducation and Qualifications
High School or Equivalency DiplomaPrior experience a plus, but not requiredThe ability to work flexible hours some evenings are requiredThe ability to communicate fluently in Spanish and English preferredA valid New York State driver's license in compliance with FLCH drivers' policyPhysical Requirements
Must be able to hear and communicate with clients and staff on the telephone and those who are served "in person."Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.Must have vision that is adequate to read memo's computer screen, registration forms, and other documents.Must possess manual dexterity, to perform writing and keyboarding tasks.Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.OSHA Level II