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$20/hr–$24/hr
Full-time
high school, professional certificate
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account
Posted 2d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Patient Care Specialist manages patient intake, verifies insurance, and performs routine clinical tasks such as vital sign collection and blood draws. They also provide patient education, support clinicians in exam rooms, and maintain accurate electronic health records.
Requirements
Candidates should have 2-4 years of clinical experience and a high school diploma or GED. A Medical Assistant certification is desired, along with strong customer service and computer skills.
Full job description
Description
Patient Care SpecialistSyracuse, NY
Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY) protects and provides health care and education that empowers individuals and families. With respect. Without judgment. No matter what.
In support of PPCWNY’s mission, the Patient Care Specialist takes a lead role in working with the health center staff to provide education and counseling for patients and supports the services of all health center functions to ensure patients receive professional services in a prompt, courteous, confidential, and caring manner.
Essential Functions
Patient Care
Independently responsible for handling the intake process in accordance with PPCWNY’s policies: greeting patients, determining the reason for visit, verifying patient demographic information, checking patients in/out of EHR, verifying insurance, and screening applicants for presumptive eligibility, Medicaid for Pregnant Women, and the Family Planning Benefit Program and assisting the patient with the completion of forms and releases; verify insurance eligibility and coverage prior to services being rendered
Clearly and accurately records data in the Electronic Health Record including vital signs and medical/family/social history
Performs routine tests, including but not limited to; urine pregnancy tests, HIV tests, blood draws, urine specimen collection and urine dips, as ordered by the provider
Assists the Clinician in the exam room by providing patient support, comfort measures, counseling, basic education and information including but not limited to; reproductive health care/issues, birth control, STI’s information
Responsible for opening exam rooms; preparation and set-up and closing of exam rooms; breakdown, cleaning and storage of all patient service rooms, supplies, equipment, and documentation on a daily basis
Key resource for handling the annual update of all reference materials used in the health center to ensure accuracy and consistency in accordance with PPFA Medical Standards and Guidelines
Prepares specimens for lab pick-up
Assists in surgical abortion service areas including but not limited to; products of conception, recovery room, and procedure room support
Assist with patient referrals, phone calls, reports, and follow-up appointment scheduling as directed within the protocol guidelines of PPCWNY
Performs POC duties per policy and procedure
Patient Services
Operate telephones efficiently by promptly answering the telephone, screening telephone calls and referring appropriately, and recording and delivering telephone messages as necessary
Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring patient confidentiality according to HIPAA compliance regulations
Schedule, confirm and reschedule patient appointments as needed in a timely, efficient manner
Interface with EMR to check in and register patients
Assess patients for their placement on a Discount Fee Schedule
Request income information from patients by completing the appropriate documentation
Assess eligibility and screen patients for grants and other payment sources such as but not limited to: Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility for Pregnant Women and the Family Planning Benefit Program
Assist patients with completion of insurance forms as necessary; assist in obtaining necessary program eligibility documentation, if necessary
Collect payment and inform client of any outstanding financial responsibility
Verify checks, credit cards, and debit cards, as outlined in procedures; provide patient with a receipt
Provide emergency contraceptives and birth control to patients/people who walk in for supply sales in accordance to company policy and procedure
Review charges for completeness and accuracy; enter client visit record (CVR) data into EPM
Follow appropriate Cash Handling procedures
Other Accountability Activities
Provide excellent customer service to all patients and visitors with the intent of exceeding expectations
Clerical duties including but not limited to; Copying, locating charts, fax/scan charts and paperwork, mailing, and completing appropriate forms
Conduct monthly inventory and ordering of supplies as required
Expected to travel to other sites to fill in as directed by Health Center Leadership
Participates in and adhere to agency’s compliance, Quality and Risk Management program
Participate in affiliate initiatives
Responsible individually and jointly for achieving productivity, customer service, and capacity goals as set by PPCWNY
Assists with training of new Patient Services Specialist and Patient Care Assistants to ensure that cross training occurs leading to support of all health center programs/services
Works on other projects as assigned by the Health Center Manager, Nurse, or Director of Health Center Operations
Shows respect to all internal and external customers for differences in backgrounds, lifestyles, viewpoints, and needs
Requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must possess the following qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience):
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Medical Assistant certification desired
Experience—
2 - 4 years of experience in a clinical role
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Must be able to handle client information discreetly
Must be organized, able to prioritize tasks and handle multiple projects
Must have excellent customer service and communication skills (verbal and written) and be comfortable with multi-tasking
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; able to juggle multiple priorities a must
Computer skills basic Microsoft office, email and use of Electronic Health Records strongly preferred
Experience in customer service desirable
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, and travel to multiple sites, as needed
Planned Parenthood seeks candidates who have experience delivering care and services to diverse service populations
Planned Parenthood seeks candidates who have proficiency in two or more languages
A commitment to PPCWNY’s mission, vision, & values, along with a commitment to providing services to a wide range of clients and to the goals of PPCWNY is essential
Working Conditions
Standard health center environment
Well-lit/ventilated
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 25 pounds with or without an accommodation
Possess sufficient mobility to perform the Essential Functions listed in this Job Description with or without an accommodation
May experience visual fatigue working at computer with potential extended periods of sitting
Ability to travel to all agency locations as assigned
Work Schedule
This is a full-time (40 hours per week); regular schedule will be Monday – Friday with occasional evenings and weekends.
Benefits & Compensation
At PPCWNY, we are committed to equitable compensation practices and transparency. In alignment with these efforts, the pay for this position ranges from $20.71 to $24.05/hour. Actual compensation will be determined by experience and other factors permitted by law.
In addition to competitive compensation, PPCWNY offers an extensive benefits package with generous Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, affordable medical, dental, and vision options, Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) with match, and much more!
Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York is an equal opportunity employer.
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