Patient Access Specialist

2 months ago


Arlington, United States The GW Medical Faculty Associates Full time

Position SummaryThe Patient Access Specialist's primary responsibility is optimization of scheduling processes via inbound/outbound call support of George Washington Medical Faculty Associates (MFA) patients for physicians in accordance with core scheduling protocols.The patient access specialist will resolve complex or critical scheduling issues and provide first line support to other Access Center Specialists.The responsibilities for this role would include but not limited to validating efficiency of bump schedule management, performing quality assurance checks of inbound/outbound calls, daily oversight of Follow My Health requests, developing and sustaining effective partnerships with providers, department leaders, Master Schedulers, and team. The Patient Access Specialist will facilitate staff development in conjunction with Contact Center management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Other duties may be assigned.Proficiency in all aspects of scheduling, including making, canceling, and rescheduling appointments based on appointment guidelines by department.Provide input regarding individual/team performance to Call Center ManagerMonitor SLA on a continual basis and communicate to management any significant variances of established metrics and department standardsIdentify critical issues which would negatively impact service level and resolve quicklyDisplays in depth knowledge of all departments assigned to scheduleRequired Skills and CompetenciesExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including but not limited to use of proper grammar and phone etiquette.Excellent customer service skills.EMR experienceMedical TerminologyAbout GW MFAMFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.The GW MFA's leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach.Minimum QualificationsEducationHigh school graduate or equivalent required; two years of college is preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology or completion of medical terminology course is desired. Skills/Experience A minimum of four years' work experience in a medical/healthcare environment, such as a hospital, physician office, ambulatory clinic, or healthcare call center.Two years Call Center experience REQUIRED. Experience utilizing a web-based computerized system for scheduling and Microsoft Office programs is highly preferredHigh level customer service experience and high-volume contact center experience are desired.Must have working knowledge of insurance and possess developed problem-solving skills.Typing speed at a minimum of 50 WPM is requiredLocationRemote with a hybrid possibilityPhysical RequirementsStand, reach, and walk for long periods of time in a field setting.Must be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs. as part of the role.Regularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipment.Requires manual dexterity to operate role-specific equipment.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)



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