• Patient Services Assistant - University Hospital…

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    Patient Services Assistant - University Hospital - Day Shift - Full Time, 8:30-5:00pm

    Job Summary

    Why Join the Department of Social Work Guest Assistance Program?

     

    As a member of this team, you will play a vital role in ensuring that we deliver optimal customer service to all patients and families. As a member of the department?s Guest Assistance Program, you will support social workers in delivering professional social work services to our most vulnerable patient populations. You will have the opportunity to positively impact the experience of patients and families daily, helping them as they navigate their healthcare journey.

     

    The Department of Social Work strives to foster an environment of respect and belonging; a place where every person feels valued and can thrive. We are seeking a diverse candidate who is passionate about providing optimal care to this patient population.

     

    What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to?

     

    + 2:1 match on retirement savings

    + Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one of employment

    + Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

    + Financial support for continuing education and certifications

     

    Mission Statement

     

    Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

    Responsibilities*

    You will be responsible for:

    + Answering incoming phone calls for the Guest Assistance Program main office during regular business hours

    + Providing general information on social work services and programs to callers, appropriately triaging needs to social workers

    + Providing de-escalation to callers in distress and connection to immediate assistance

    + Access the electronic medical record and Social Work databases for appropriate tracking of assistance and services

    + Greet all walk-in guests who are seeking social work assistance, determine and assist with needs, provide education as needed on various social work programs and services

    + Assist patients and guests with general way-finding, provide general information and guidance for common Michigan Medicine departments and programs

    + Requesting and managing an average of 100 meals and lodging benefit authorizations per week through multiple State of Michigan managed care insurance plans, as well as Medicaid, for inpatient and outpatient needs in our pediatric patient population

    Required Qualifications*

    + High school graduate or an equivalent and at least two years of relevant experience.

    Desired Qualifications*

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    + Strong interpersonal skills with a strong customer service focus

    + Excellent organizational, multi-tasking skills and ability to work independently and regularly exercise judgment in setting priorities

    + Ability to compose and produce professional correspondence

    + Proficiency with Word, Excel, Power Point and Access Databases

    + Basic email and calendaring system skills

    + Comfortable interacting with patients and families in distress

     

    Work Schedule

     

    This is a full-time, 40 hour/week **on-site** position. The typical schedule is Monday-Friday with start and end times of 8:30am-5:00pm.

     

    Work Locations

     

    This position will work onsite in the Guest Assistance Program main office located within University Hospital, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48109.

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    Background Screening

     

    Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

     

    U-M EEO Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    268645

     

    Working Title

     

    Patient Services Assistant - University Hospital - Day Shift - Full Time, 8:30-5:00pm

     

    Job Title

     

    Patient Services Assistant

     

    Work Location

     

    Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Onsite

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Nonexempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Um Hospital

     

    Department

     

    MM Soc Wrk - Adm & Guest Suprt

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    9/15/2025 - 10/15/2025

     

    Career Interest

     

    Healthcare Admin & Support

     

    Social Work