Sr Patient Services Specialist (Clinical Ops/Alberta)

Extended Job Title
Sr Patient Services Specialist (Clinical Ops/Alberta)

Org Level 1
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Position Description
Responsible for processing of and submitting replies to incoming referrals to all Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso Clinics, from both internal and external referring sources; to include referral receipt, review, sorting, registration, scheduling, and obtaining insurance verifications and authorizations. Work in close coordination with staff of the Contact Center. Work under the supervision of a unit manager or supervisor. Most work is performed according to established procedures; problems of an unusual nature are referred to supervisor. Ability to communicate effectively internally and externally. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Work is performed in usual clinic conditions and requires a high degree of contact with patients, HSC staff, and insurance companies.

Requisition ID
32830BR

Optional Attachments
Transcript

Travel Required
None

Major/Essential Functions

• Processing of incoming referrals to include: referral receipt, referral review and sorting per institutional processes, request of new referral when applicable. 
• Interaction with patient and/or referral sources, new patient registration/update and scheduling.
• Obtain Insurance authorization and financial counseling.
• Submitting consultants’ replies for incoming referrals to referring sources following institutional processes.

Grant Funded?
No

Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications

Pay Basis
Hourly

Schedule Details
M-F 8am - 5PM

Work Location
El Paso

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical Medical background from patient experience.
• Knowledge of healthcare payer practices as they relate to referral management.

Campus
HSC - El Paso

Department
Assc Dean Clinical Affairs Elp

Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type
Full Time

Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Job Group
Executive and Admin Assistants

Shift
Day

EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) years of customer service, office or related experience required with (2) two years of the experience in a healthcare setting
• Additional education may substitute for the experience requirement

Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code
YN, HM

Air Force Specialty Code
3A1X1, 4A0X1

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code
0111

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