
Patient Relations Representative (Part-Time)
UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, US, 78240
Duration: Part Time
Patient Care Coordinator
Under direct supervision, responsible for interfacing with patient, patients' family, and hospital staff to ensure quality care and an excellent patient experience.
Work Hours: This is a part-time role working 10 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Serves as a liaison between the employer, patient, and patients' relatives.
- Communicates patients' problems, questions, complaints and concerns to appropriate staff members.
- Collects information from incoming patients regarding services needed, insurance coverage, or financial status.
- Explains procedures and policies and refers patient for proper services as required.
- Establishes rapport with staff and assists in the preparation of reports regarding any incidents that could result in legal action if not resolved.
- Educates staff on humanizing patients' treatment and/or confinement.
- Assists in completion of admissions or insurance forms.
- Contacts insurance providers to verify coverage and obtain authorization for service.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A solid customer service acumen and interpersonal skills to effectively work with both internal and external customers and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.
- Knowledge of computer systems, software applications, and automated systems; proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPPA.
- Detail oriented and strong multitasking and organizational skills.
EDUCATION:
High School diploma or GED is required.
Required Skills
Experience
- Two (2) years related experience is required.
Skills
- High School Diploma or GED