Medical Front Office – Patient Service Specialist – KORT – Shelbyville, KY

When patients enter our center in Shelbyville, we want them to have an exceptional experience xe2x80x93 starting at the front desk. Thatxe2x80x99s where you come in. As a patient service specialist with KORT, youxe2x80x99ll manage both the patient side and business side of our center. The front desk is your station to be a patient advocate, communicate with individuals via email and phone, manage patient payments and utilize multiple computer programs.xc2xa0 Donxe2x80x99t underestimate the impact you can make on every patientxe2x80x99s care experience, even before they leave the waiting room.xc2xa0xc2xa0Schedule:Center Location: Shelbyville, KYType of Employment: Full Timexc2xa0Hours: Weekdaysxc2xa0Pay range is $15.00-$18.00/hourxc2xa0We are actively seeking candidates who are adaptable and flexible, patient-centric, exceptional communicators, detail-oriented and team players. In this role, typical responsibilities include the following:Greet new and existing patients as they arrive, register new patients and provide information about what to expect during their visitSchedule patient appointments in person or over the phoneRegular communication with parties including, but not limited to: attorney offices, insurance companies, translation companies, market operational leaders and business development teamCollect co-pays from patients, manage payer approvals and conduct insurance authorizations and verificationsProvide patients with pertinent information about their next appointment as they check outRespond to requests for information from patients, providers, and coworkersMinimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GEDPreferred Qualifications:Experience in a clinical office environmentxc2xa0Ability to use all necessary office equipment (faxes, copiers, computers, telephones, etc).xc2xa0Ability to type 40 words per minutexc2xa0Physical Requirements:Ability to walk, stand, bend, and reach consistently throughout a work day/shiftAppropriate manual dexterity to enable typing (including10-key) throughout a work day/shiftAbility to lift up to 25lbs, safely, from ground to waist using proper body mechanicsAbility to carry office supplies up to 10lbsVisual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people and understand written directionAbility to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directionsSelect Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.