Patient Services Representative - Monroe, NY
Company: Optum
Location: Monroe
Posted on: May 12, 2025
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Job Description:
Opportunities with Crystal Run Healthcare, part of the Optum
family of businesses. -Advance your career in a dynamic health care
setting. Our commitment to coordinated care and technology-driven
practices not only elevate patient care but also provides our team
with a supportive work environment. With a growing network of
locations, we offer a platform for career advancement with an
excellent culture. Join us in making an impact and discover the
meaning behind -Caring. Connecting. Growing together.--- - -
Crystal Run HealthCare, part of Optum, has an immediate opening for
a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented -Patient Services
Representative to join our team. The Patient Services
Representative is responsible for the completion of set processes
and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care
team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver
excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports
the teams in meeting financial, clinical and service goals.
Schedule: The hours are Monday through Saturday, a 38-hour work
week between the hours of 6:30 am to 8:00 pm. - This is 4 - 10
shifts to be determined by the supervisor upon hire.
Location: 855 State Route 17M, Monroe, NY 10950
Primary Responsibilities:
Adheres to standards of professionalism set by Practice
Always maintains professional appearance by adhering to dress code
and wearing identification badge
Demonstrates and maintains professionalism in behavior and courtesy
toward the patients and staff
Respects confidentiality and is HIPAA compliant in all aspects of
communication regarding patient, Practice and staff members
Functions as a member of a team committed to quality patient
care
Takes initiative to keep informed of new/revised Policy and
Procedures, Standards of Care and incorporates these into
practice
Attends and participates in mandatory quarterly staff meetings or
reads minutes
Completes Mandatory Education annually
Attends/participates in training/review classes and projects as
assigned
Handles difficult situations and people with tact, professionalism
and H.E.A.R.T.
Demonstrates good judgment in escalating difficult situations and
people to Management personnel
Demonstrates professionalism in attendance & punctuality. Consider
number of unauthorized or unscheduled absences, a pattern of before
and after weekend absences, tardiness and early departures, and
long meal periods in accordance with CRHC policy
Promotes a positive work attitude, fostering teamwork and
acceptance of management decisions
Supports peer-to-peer training initiative for new Patient Services
employees
Assists co-workers whenever possible, to achieve office goals /
patient satisfaction
Works independently, takes initiative in completing assignments and
does so without reminder
Completes all miscellaneous work assigned by leadership or
Physician accurately and in a timely manner
Opens office as needed; turns on copiers, terminals and printers,
and updates computer for current day's session
Communicate with clinical staff to keep patient informed of
appointment status
Verifies insurance eligibility and coverage by phone, independent
website, RTS, Phreesia or at time of service
Verifies patient demographic and insurance information at time of
visit. Assure all demographic and insurance information is
accurate, complete and up to date in the patient's chart. Scans
current insurance card and photo identification into system
Provides, explains and reviews for accurate completion, all
Registration forms, i.e. Patient Representative, Patient
Registration form, and Family Information forms where applicable
and obtains signatures as required
Provides and explains the Authorization to Release Health
Information to patients at their request
Determines balances due including past balance, co-payments,
co-insurance and deductibles, referring to Patient Accounts as
necessary; takes responsibility for collecting and posting payments
from patients at time of service via checks, cash or credit card in
compliance with Cash Control Policies and Procedures
Invite patients with the Patient Portal enrollment (PxP) in
compliance with Meaningful Use guidelines
Provides After visit Summary in compliance with ACO guidelines
Prepares Batch Report daily to total and balance collections
Begins the check in process in EPM, Phreesia, and Siemens. Act on
notations in all systems and complete the auto-flow process
successfully
Schedules /Cancels /Reschedules patient appointments as ordered by
the physician adhering to scheduling policies and procedures
Obtains or issues HMO insurance referrals as required for maximum
reimbursement of services rendered
Notifies management or other departments appropriately using
Clerical Templates for various issues/requests/reasons
Maintains supply inventories and equipment necessary for the
effective performance of the job; communicates supply needs to the
office supervisor in a timely manner
Maintains a neat, organized, orderly environment in the reception
and waiting room areas, i.e. magazines, physician business cards,
brochures, signage, etc.
Closes office as needed, ensuring that lights, terminals and office
machines have been turned off and all patients accounted for and
discharged. May be required to set alarm
Actively demonstrates good oral and written communication skills
with both internal and external customers
Demonstrates flexibility in schedule to meet patient and office
needs
Works with a sense of urgency
Performs other tasks as required for the effective and efficient
functioning of the Practice when directed to do so by Supervisory
and Managerial personnel
What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? -
Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and
comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a
management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success.
Some of our offerings include:
Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period
plus 8 Paid Holidays
Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending
Account or a Health Saving account
Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term
disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance,
etc.)
More information can be downloaded at: -
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an
environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions
on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide
development for other roles you may be interested in.Required
Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
1+ years of customer service or healthcare related experience
Intermediate level of computer proficiency (including the ability
to work on multiple web browsers using dual monitors at the same
time including Microsoft Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience as a receptionist in a healthcare setting
Experience working with electronic health records
Experience working with scheduling programs
Knowledge and ability to learn and apply job functions and minimal
medical terminology knowledge
Soft Skills: -
Ability to work independently and as a team, and maintain good
judgment and accountability -
Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers -
Strong organizational and time management skills -
Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
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Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak
clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that
others can understand, as well as ability to understand and
interpret information from others
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The salary range for this role is $16.00 -to $28.85 -per hour based
on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including
but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum
wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth
Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package,
incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k
contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility
requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with
UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits
and incentives. -
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At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier
lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We
believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location,
and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.
Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good
health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color,
historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We
are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and
enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health
disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority
reflected in our mission.
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UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, national
origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules,
or regulations. -
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UnitedHealth Group -is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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