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Johns Hopkins University Patient Service Coordinator in Towson, Maryland
We are seeking a Patient Service Coordinator (PSC) who will offer friendly, courteous, and confidential assistance to every patient to ensure that the patient has a positive experience at Johns Hopkins at GBMC. The PSC will maintain accurate information on each patient to facilitate the patient encounter and use automated systems to expedite patient scheduling, pre-registration, check-in, and check-out. The PSC works with others in a team environment.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Schedule patients for laboratory tests, medical examinations, and consultations.
Relay information to patients regarding preparation for laboratory tests and examinations.
Coordinate visits either within the department or between several departments.
Telephone and interview patients and/or family members to obtain accurate pre-registration information and to confirm appointments.
Print and mail directions, maps, fee schedules, and department specific information to patients.
Send medical questionnaire forms to patients to obtain missing information.
Verify and enter pre-registration and insurance information into the computer system and prepare daily printed schedules for designated areas.
Obtain and /or verifies patient’s demographic data by phone or in person.
Confirm appointments by telephone and/or mail.
Fill vacancies due to cancellations.
Obtain pre-certifications as required by patients’ health care insurers or managed care providers.
Register patients for clinical appointments using computerized database.
Assist patients or family members with completion of medical insurance forms.
Inform patients of costs or care being provided, and guides them to appropriate resources for further information, guidance, or assistance.
Arrange or assist in arranging patient transportation.
Answer phones and provide routine information to callers.
Perform administrative tasks for hospital admission so that the patient may go directly to the floor.
Review patient charges and extracts chargeable items.
Collect time of service payments, issue receipts, and prepare cash settlement records.
Assign diagnostic and procedures codes to charge vouchers for computer input.
Enter patient charges into computer system.
Discuss patient charges with patients and/or patients’ families.
Evaluate eligibility for alternative sources of financing such as Medicaid, Patient Care Funds, loans or other payment sources.
Refer patient to appropriate office and ensure application for funds has been made.
Prepare statement of charges and reviews with patient.
Assist with basic insurance and third-party queries and explain payment policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or graduation equivalent
One year work experience in customer service.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years related work experience
Knowledge of medical insurance coverage
Medical terminology, and basic computer skills
Classified Title: Patient Service Coordinator
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Patient Service Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ATO 40/E/02/OD
Starting Salary Range: $16.20 - $28.80 HRLY ($46,800 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM DOM Cardiology
Personnel area: School of Medicine
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.