Internal Apply External Apply Refer a Friend Back Job Details Patient Services Representative Req #: 0000239658 Category: Revenue Cycle and Patient Access Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: RWJ New Brunswick Department: Clinical Practice Management Pay Range: $19.74 - $24.97 per hour Location: 165 Somerset Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Job Title: Patient Services RepLocation: Morris Cancer CenterDepartment Name: Clinical Practice ManagementReq #: 0000239658Status: HourlyShift: DayPay Range: $19.74 - $24.97 per hourPay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate''s educational background, skills and professional experience.Job Overview:The purpose of the Patient Service Representative (PSR) will be to assist in presenting the face and voice of the Rutgers Cancer Institute of NJ services to our current and potential patient populations. He/she will coordinate scheduling Medical, Surgical and Radiation Oncology as well as Infusion and referral appointments at all appropriate sites to ensure and enhance coordination of care for every patient. The Patient Service Representative will be the hub for all incoming external and internal requests related to scheduling appointments for all clinic sites, confirming and updating demographic and insurance as needed, and confirming referrals are active for upcoming visits. Qualifications:Required:Zero to three years of related experience within the healthcare field Effective communication, analytical, organizational skills.Ability to read, write, and speak or communicate in EnglishMust be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe AcrobatPreferred:Medical terminology knowledgeBilingual is a plusScheduling Requirements:Day shift, 9:30am-6:00pmMonday through Friday, rotating SaturdaysFull-Time, 40 hours per weekEssential Functions:As a Patient Service Representative, actively participates in ensuring that telephone calls or electronic requests are handled in an effective and "consumer- friendly" manner.Promptly answers Cancer Institute of New Jersey Patient Service Center telephones if applicable; makes every effort to respond within three rings.Responds to telephone and in person contacts with patients or family members in an appropriately courteous, helpful fashion.Responds to telephone or in person referrals, inquiries, and other contacts with professionals, outside agencies, and other parties in a professional and cordial manner.Processes telephone or in person service requests/referrals while adhering to prescribed Cancer Institute of New Jersey Patient Service Center procedures.Maintains comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of programs, services and providers offered at Cancer Institute of New Jersey and the eligibility criteria for said programs and providers.Maintains comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of insurance grids, contracts and other relationships with managed care organizations in order to correctly process requests or otherwise refer/guide a patient or family memberEnters patient's demographic/insurance information according to approved protocol. Contacts insurance companies to obtain effective/termination dates.Verifies insurance eligibility using approved tools on all patients for all upcoming appointments. Notifies patient of any copays or outstanding balances. Refers appropriately to Financial Counselor including but not limited to: uninsured, underinsured, patients with non-participating insurance, missing therapy authorization Reviews and resolves registration edits for both clinic and outpatient services in the appropriate registration systemsIf in the call center setting, work cancellation or confirmation report by making outbound calls to reschedule patient appointments.If in the clinic setting, receive payments from patients, posts payments to billing records, reconciles payment on account, and performs other routine bookkeeping tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures. Answers routine inquiries with regard to status of patient billing, insurance payments, etc.Reviews provider schedules daily for any openings to ensure proper provider utilization. Updates all scheduled appointments with referring physician information and ensures all appointments scheduled for the same date of service are linked in EMR.Schedules all daily appointments using EMR software application initiating the patient registration.Greets patients in a courteous and professional manner. Keeps patients waiting to be seen appraised of inordinate delays in being seen by physician and the reason.Under the direction of the Cancer Institute of New Jersey Supervisor, Ambulatory Services explains referral/disposition recommendation to patient in a clear and supportive fashion, as indicated by satisfactory rates of compliance determined by supervisor and employeeEstablishes rapport with external Cancer Institute of New Jersey customers including physicians and health care organizations.Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick TimeRetirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan Planning SupportFlexible Spending AccountsWellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Community and Volunteer OpportunitiesDiscounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon….and more!Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.Equal Opportunity Employer At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! 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