Patient Access Associate

Position SummaryWPH Cares acts as our patients' guide to accessing exceptional care and supports the growth of WPH by ensuring a high quality, consistent experience for all callers. The Patient Access Associate acts as the first impression for the caller and assists the caller in navigating essential services. They will schedule appointments and field inquiries, concerns, and requests while providing the highest level of customer service. The associate will ensure patients' needs are met and promote loyalty to WPH via active listening, empathy, courtesy, and professionalism. Bilingual Spanish highly desirable.Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.Responds to multi-channel inquiries regarding appointments, referrals, refills, etc. in accordance with established scheduling guidelines and clinical escalation protocols.Remains aware of call queues and complete call processing in an efficient manner while maintaining high level of customer experience.Displays active listening, empathy, courtesy, and professionalism with callers and colleagues.Strives to resolve caller's inquiries in a single interaction.Fulfills responsibilities to ensure proper patient identification, accurate demographics and insurance coverage, and managing/updating patient medical records.Performs general office/clerical duties at offsite practices as needed, including scheduling, registration, and other front desk duties.Provides feedback and collaborates with colleagues and leadership to improve departmental performance.Attends mandatory meetings/in-services and participates in workgroups or projects as assigned.Completes all annual mandatory requirements and conditions of employment.Performs all other related duties as assigned.Education & Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required · Previous customer service experience required.Previous physician practice experience preferredPrevious call center experience preferredBasic medical terminology, electronic scheduling, electronic medical record experience preferredCore CompetenciesAbility to speak, write, understand, and communicate in English languageBilingual Spanish highly preferred.Ability to handle high volume of calls through the dayExcellent telephone etiquette and communication skillsAbility to multi-task in fast paced environmentAbility to deal professionally and efficiently with all levels of management and external constituenciesSelf-starter, self-motivated and ability to work without supervisionFlexible, organized and able to set priorities and manage timeExcellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills (both verbal and written)Exhibit active listening, empathy, courtesy, and professionalism at all timesPhysical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work EnvironmentAbility to use computer for extensive periods of timeMay be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.Occasional lift and/or move of 15 to 20 lbs.Requires movement about the department as needed throughout the dayAbility to sit for extended periods of timeAbility to handle high call volumePrimary Population ServedAll patient populationsThe responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital. Salary is based on years of experience.