Patient Service Representative (PSR) - Medical Bilingual Spanish
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The Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center (BSFHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that serves all of the primary health care needs of families in the heart of North and Central Brooklyn. Our mission is to provide the most professional, courteous and highest quality health care, with dignity, to those we serve, especially the undeserved population, without regard for ability to pay. The Patient Service Representative (PSR) will obtain and verify patient demographic and insurance information to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement. Confirm patient eligibility for all insurances. Screen uninsured patients for eligibility into the Sliding Fee Program. BILINGUAL FLUENT ENGLISH AND SPANISH REQUIREDDuties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:Greets and assists patients courteously. Initiates the registration process, maintains/confirms patient demographic information in the automated patient management system.Verifies and updates required insurance information at each visit. Ensures accurate and current information is copied and scanned.Collects payments and co-payments in accordance to the set sliding fee scale.Schedules initial and follow-up appointments for all services and maintains an accurate record.Performs a variety of general clerical duties including but not limited to: answering phones, updating patients on wait time, and assisting in maintaining patient flow.Answering switchboard of 200-300 calls per day. Most calls require some information to be extracted from the caller in order to determine call placement.as requiredEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) and/or Two (2) years relevant work experience preferred.Other Related Skills/Experience and requirements:35 hour workweek. Flexible with work schedule, must be available to work rotating weekends and upto 7pm.Cooperates effectively with ManagementMaintains confidentiality in accordance with BSFHC policy and HIPPA regulations.Excellent interpersonal skills must demonstrate professionalism, courteous and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, team members, families and significant othersDisplay courtesy, tact and patience with all members of the team members and extended communityEnsure that all patients and visitors receive personalized prompt attention and are treated with receptiveness, dignity and respectProvide instructions to the patient upon discharge as per instructed by the providersBenefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Generous Paid Vacations, Sick days, Medical, dental Vision 401(k), and Long-Term Disability, Transportation Plan, and Holidays.Salary: $17-18/hr depending on experienceBSFHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER