Patient Services Representative- Cayuga Park Imaging Services- Full Time - Cayuga Health : Job Details

Patient Services Representative- Cayuga Park Imaging Services- Full TimeCayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communitieswe serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.The PSR is the first point of contact for patients, and their caregivers. Responsibilities include patient interviews, collecting and verifying demographic, insurance and financial data, accurately entering information into computer that affects any aspect of the registration, or admission, process. Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, accurate typing skills, knowledge of office procedures, and ability to work independently required.Roles and Responsibilities:* Greeting patients and caregivers on arrival in a welcoming and friendly manner.* Providing support to patients, and their caregivers.* Properly identifying patients utilizing two identifiers, name and date of birth, and scanning copy of patient identification into database.* Registering and pre-registering patients in database including collecting accurate demographic and insurance information, verifying insurance, and scanning copy of insurance card into database.* Proper completion and explanation of all required registration forms.* Proper filing of Imaging requisitions.* Adherence to general admitting policies and procedures to include proper placement of patients on appropriate nursing unit in appropriate status per practitioner order, and proper transfer of patients per practitioner orders.* Timely and accurate discharge of patients per practitioner order.* Coverage of Switchboard during lunches, breaks, and during the night shift (2300-0700)* Follows proper procedures for deaths and autopsies to ensure timely handling of deceased patients.* Management of patient valuables in accordance with the hospital policy and procedure.* Collection of copays as required, following cash drawer process.* Flexibility in assuming other appropriate responsibilities and duties not noted above.Required Skills and Experience:* High school degree* Two years clerical experience required.Preferred Skills and Experience:* Previous healthcare experience and medical terminology preferred.Physical Requirements:* Repetitive use of hands and fingers (i.e. use of computer keyboard). May require use of lifting and carrying light loads (up to 10 pounds). Sitting or standing/walking for long periods of time.Location and Travel Requirements:* Onsite at Cayuga Park: 401 Cayuga Park Lane, Ithaca, NY 14850Pay Range Disclosure:* $15 to $23 per hourCayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].