Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.
SUMMARY
Under direct supervision, plays an expanded and advanced level role in the creation of superior access for patients. Duties include but are not limited to handling incoming patient inquires and assisting patients in the management of appointments/care. Through a variety of support duties that facilitate the work of an interdisciplinary coordinated care delivery model, the Patient Service Representative plays an integral role in the support of our patients. As a level II representative, utilizes advanced skill set to perform all duties of the Patient Service Representative I and serves as resource and mentor for lower level representatives. Handles the more complex issues arising through incoming calls. Provides extraordinary customer service and strong problem solving skills to strengthen the patient/clinician relationship. Must have clear verbal and written communication skills to ensure improve patient access.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required
EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of three years in a clinical or customer service setting preferred.
- Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft, scheduling software and electronic medical records systems (Epic or equivalent).
- Strong problem solving and complex patient management skills preferred.
SKILLS
- Able to communicate in a professional and appropriate manner.
- Strong interpersonal, customer service, time management, and organizational skills required.
- Working knowledge of patient related documents preferred.
Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.
Benefits Include:
· Up to 8% company retirement contribution,
· Generous Paid Time Off
· 10 paid holidays,
· Paid professional development,
· Generous health and welfare benefit package.
Atrius Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military service or application for military service, veteran or disability status.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO); and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state
