Why MCR Health?
A career at MCR Health offers exciting opportunities with one of the largest Healthcare companies in the areas we serve. Now, more than ever, we are looking for exceptional people to support our passion to provide "Exceptional Care to Everyone, Every Time", and to support our Mission to serve everyone. Whether you are providing direct patient care or in other areas of our Company, you can find a home here. We invite you to be part of our community where you can grow your career and serve with your heart.
In our time of Company growth, we are seeking a Dental Office Patient Services Representative (PSR).
Work Location: Bradenton, FL
As part of this role, you will:
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Be the first person who greets our patients with a smile
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Follow the requirements of our Patient Experience trainings and requirements
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Demonstrate an excellent understanding of telephone usage and the operation of the telephone system
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Obtain, verify, and/or update demographics and insurance information in the EMR
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Perform verification of patient information – Ask for 2 –with every patient, every time, without fail
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Ensure the protection of PHI and strictly adheres to all MCR privacy policies including the use of social media
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Demonstrate professionalism at all times with appearance and demeanor. Follows all dress code requirements every day including adhering to non personal cellphone policy in work spaces
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Answer in-coming telephone calls within three (3) rings and accurately directs and/or assists the caller; remembering to provide a Warm Transfer
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Call patients to schedule advanced and same day appointments and accurately enters new or follow-up information into the EMR
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Explain services and operating hours; and is knowledgeable about services offered by MCR Health.
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Accurately explains and assists patients to complete eligibility forms for reduced fees (slide scale) based on the most current guidelines
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Completes patient screening, verifies eligibility and authorizations for specific patient populations (e.g. OB patients for Presumptive Eligibility for Pregnant Women (PEPW))
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Informs and guides patients to appropriate resources
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Clearly articulates payment requirements with patient; informs patients of deductibles, out-of- pocket expenses, co-payments, prior balances and percentage payables thus facilitating cash collections for identified services; communicates with Insurance Department, Billing Department and Financial Counselor as needed
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Protect medical records and other health information from loss, destruction or unauthorized use or access
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Perform health information management duties
What you need to bring to this role:
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Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required
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6+ months of customer service experience in a fast-paced environment required
- 1 year of dental office experience required
The Dental Patient Services Representative is responsible for friendly, courteous, professional service to patients scheduling and confirmation of appointments, referrals and other information and services. The Dental PSR is responsible for ensuring accurate preparations are made for all patient appointments, including insurance verifications, noting any copayments, available preauthorization for applicable procedures. The PSR is accountable for and ensures that patient collections are accurately documented following MCR protocols.
**MCR Health is a drug-free workplace. All job applicants selected for employment are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and background check.