Customer Service Representative - Scheduling

Lincare

Clearwater, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Records, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Respiratory Therapy, Staff Training, Telephone Skills, Time Management
LOCATION
Clearwater, FL
POSTED
5 days ago

This employee serves as a contact between Respiratory Therapists and patients, scheduling appointments, managing cancelations, and working closely with the Respiratory Therapist, finding the best solutions and/or alternatives for all involved.

Job Responsibilities:

    • Actively participates in the training of all Customer Service personnel, including new hires
      • Answer phone calls and emails
        • Make outbound phone calls to schedule patients' appointments

            • this includes making reminder appointment calls

            • Coordinate with Respiratory Therapist about schedules, patients, and any changes
              • Resolve scheduling conflicts as they occur
                • Deletes, corrects, or re-enters patient information in customer accounts and software as deemed necessary



    • Strong communication skills
      • Manage both inbound and outbound phone calls positively and professionally

          • This will include communicating with both patients and internal staff

          • Carry out oral and written instructions
            • Enter patient and medical information using company software
              • Work both independently and as part of a team
                • Time-management and organizational skills necessary to effectively manage multiple expectations in a fast-paced environment
                  • Exceptional interpersonal and active-listening skills, as well as the ability to prioritize issues and respond accordingly
                    • Knowledge of scheduling and basic computer skills are preferred
                      • Must be local to Clearwater FL home office

                      Education and Experience:

                        • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
                          • Clerical or administrative experience a plus
                            • Knowledge of health care terminology helpful
                              • Basic computer program knowledge

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Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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