Patient Service Specialist
Chicago, IL
Looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and focused individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as, excels in time management, multi-tasking, and a faster paced environment. This employee will need to be able to fulfill 40hrs/wk in order to manage all front desk operations including but not limited to phones, scheduling, insurance verifications, faxing/scanning, quality assurance, cleaning/sanitizing, assisting with laundry, and patient aide work as appropriate.
Location: 8600 West Catalpa Avenue, Chicago IL 60656
Position Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Compensation: Hourly Rate - $18.00 - $20.00/hour based on experience
When patients enter our outpatient physical therapy center, we want them to have an exceptional experience – starting at the front desk. That’s where you come in. As a patient service specialist, you’ll manage both the patient side and business side of our center. Don’t underestimate the impact you can make on every patient’s care experience, even before they leave the waiting room.
Check out the video below for additional insight into the work of our Patient Service Specialists!
Full time benefits include:
Dedicated career ladders for clinical and professional growth.Company matching 401(k)Multiple and affordable PPO benefits + HSA optionsGenerous Paid Time Off + Holidays + Paid Sick Time with carry over Responsibilities ResponsibilitiesGreet and register patients and provide information about what to expect during their visit and information about their next appointment as they check outSchedule patient appointments in person and via phoneCollect co-pays from patients, manage payer approvals and conduct insurance authorizations and verificationsRegular communication with parties such as therapists, insurance companies, attorney offices, translation companies, market operational leaders and business development teamQualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required1 Year of Front Desk ExperiencePreferred Qualifications:
Health Care ExperienceInsurance Verification ExperiencePhysical Requirements:
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with co-workers and patientsAbility to multi-task phone, computer, and in-person interactionsAbility to use computer scheduling software (with appropriate training)Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people and understand written directionAbility to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directionsAppropriate manual dexterity to enable typing (including 10-key) and mouse use throughout a work day/shiftAbility to walk, stand, bend, and reach consistently throughout a work day/shiftAbility to lift up to 25lbs, safely, from ground to waist using proper body mechanicsAbility to carry office supplies up to 10lbs Additional DataSelect Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.