Extended Job Title

Patient Services Specialist

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

522701 - Family Med Ama Genl

Position Description

This position is responsible for assuring smooth operation of the clinic patient flow. Employees serve as primary contacts for patients and are responsible for scheduling appointments, preparing necessary paperwork before the patient visits, receiving patients, and maintaining records. In addition, this position is responsible for processing charges for clinic services, filing insurance claims, responding to requests for information from patients and insurance companies and maintaining related information for the department. Employees may have cash handling responsibilities.

Requisition ID

39402BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

31.50

Major/Essential Functions

Ability to utilize computer programs to schedule appointments, verify information, and maintain accurate files.  Customer service skills include excellent telephone skills and professionalism-understanding of insurance verification and requirements for referral processes and prior authorizations.



Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

15.00

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

One year in a medical office.

Campus

HSC - Amarillo

Department

Family Med Ama Genl

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 website.

Job Group

Information and Records Clerks

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

A High School diploma or GED. 1-year Customer Service, office, or related experience. 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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