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_Get ready to make a difference as a Patient Services Representative! You'll be the friendly face that welcomes patients with a smile, guiding them through their financial responsibilities and ensuring they understand their copayments. You'll also be the go-to person for updating patient demographics and insurance details, making sure everything runs smoothly. Join us and be a part of something truly impactful!_

Responsibilities:

+ Help patients navigate the healthcare system by providing clear and understandable instructions

+ Assist with administrative duties in the office including but not limited to scanning of medical records and faxing

+ Assist patients in education of financial responsibility and connect them to advocacy resources as needed

+ Obtain signature of patient or family member for consent to treatment and financial responsibility following the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) rules and regulations

+ Confirm/verify insurance benefits with the appropriate carrier via online verification systems or telephone inquiries

+ Collect copayments and any other applicable patient payments at the point of service

Schedule: 10 hour shifts! Rotating days, weekends, and holidays. The primary shifts are the following but could include others as needed: 6:30AM-4:30PM, 7AM-5PM. This position will mostly work at the Neighborhood Health Center, but could be pulled to Main Registration at the Hospital.

+ Completion of high school graduate or equivalent is required.

+ Experience with personal computer-based applications, other various office equipment and proficient typing skills are preferred

+ Two years of experience in a medical / billing / fiscal or customer service function is preferred.

+ Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

+ Prior experience with Medipac, Epic, or other health records systems is preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting

+ Act 33

+ Act 34

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran