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Customer Service Representative – Full Time – JOB# 1619
Company Description:
Estes Park Health exists to make a positive difference to the health and well-being of all we serve. Located about 90 miles northwest of Denver, at 7,522 feet above sea level, Estes Park Health sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. As a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventurous lifestyle Estes Park supplies open endless outdoor opportunities for our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance to give our staff the time to enjoy the “playground” that is Colorado.
From pediatrics to geriatrics, Estes Park Health supplies a full spectrum of care for our friends, neighbors, and visitors in the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Today, over 18,000 patients—residents and visitors alike—see our health care teams for both outpatient and inpatient services.
SUMMARY:
The Customer Service Representative manages billing inquiries from patients by phone, email or walk-in and assists the patient in answering their questions. Explains payment options to patients to assist the patient in arranging payment for their account. Has knowledge of insurance plans such as commercial plans, Medicare, Medicaid and other programs to be able to explain benefits and provide information to patients. Has knowledge of financial assistance programs available such as Medicaid, CICP or the EPH Financial Assistance program to be able to guide patients to a Financial Counselor for further assistance needed in settling their account.
SHIFT:
Full Time 8 hr days shifts, M-F
DUTIES:
- Provides customer service to patients with billing concerns for Hospital and Clinic accounts by walk-in, phone or email.
- Works directly with the Lead Customer Service Representative to manage all outstanding self-pay balances.
- Takes patient payments via all possible payment options that include prompt payment discounts, payment plans, a bank loan or setting up an online account.
- Assists Patient Advocate in resolving patient concerns related to financial issues.
- Refers patients to Financial Counseling for walk-in visit or appointment as appropriate
- Works closely with Financial Counseling and Pre-Access services regarding patient self-pay balances
- Courteously answers telephone calls and promptly returns voice mail messages, routes calls and takes accurate messages as is appropriate.
- Manages correspondence from patients online.
- Demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness by making recommendations and communicating trends and issues to supervisor.
- Perform in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulatory agency standards.
- Perform in accordance with organizational vision, mission and goals.
- All other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Must be able to work well in a fast paced, team environment.
Hiring range depending on experience $16.50 to $20.63