Patient Services Representative

Ithaca, NY
$19.50-23.00 per hour
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago
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Patient Service Representative- Cayuga Cancer Center (CHOA)- Full Time- DaysCayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.A Patient Service Representative needs to have strong organizational skills along with the ability to think on their feet when faced with new situations that arise throughout each day within a professional medical environment.Roles and Responsibilities:

Patient intake, such as greet and check-in patients/verify/update patient demographics
Assist patients with filling out consent forms
Receive and process cash and credit card payments for medical services rendered
Initiate calls, pages and triage phone calls.
Assists in admissions, discharges, transfers and fulfills other customer service or clerical duties

Required Skills and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent
Professional manner and appearance
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Good time management and prioritization skills

Preferred Skills and Experience:

College-level training/education in a healthcare support field preferred
Previous EMR use/training helpful
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook)
Knowledge of medical terms and practices preferred

Physical Requirements:

Frequent hand and finger use (e.g., to operate a computer keyboard).
Lifting and carrying items up to 40 lbs. (e.g., boxes, equipment, IV solutions), with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch for tasks such as retrieving items from lower shelves or filing in low drawers.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, as the position may require.
Capacity to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Location and Travel Requirements:

Onsite at Cayuga Park: 401 Cayuga Park Lane, Ithaca, NY 14850
Shift: Five 8-hr shifts; 8am - 4:30pm; Weekdays Only
0% Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure:

$19.50 to $23.00 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at .Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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