Patient Advocate

2 months ago


Par, Cornwall, United Kingdom Unity Communications Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Patient Advocate to join our team at Unity Communications. As a Patient Advocate, you will play a critical role in resolving medical billing issues and ensuring smooth transactions with patients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines, as well as the company's standards for patient-friendly collections.
  • Handle a high volume of inbound and outbound calls, meeting a minimum daily goal of 200 calls.
  • Maintain acceptable update talk time and no-account-up percentages.
  • Communicate clearly, promptly, and positively with patients.
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Collaborate with manager to identify personal learning needs and achieve goals using available resources.
  • Work with other departmental associates when applicable to ensure the client's continued success.
  • Commit to improvements as necessary based on performance feedback.
  • Accept responsibility for own actions while taking ownership of departmental outcomes.
  • Escalate patient complaints to management as applicable.
  • Exemplify the mission, vision, and core values of the client in all personal and professional settings.
  • Accomplish other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
  • Computer proficiency (required).
  • Willingness to ask people to pay their medical bills.
  • Availability to work between 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CDT, Monday through Friday, and from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CDT, Saturday.
  • Organizational skills, attention to detail, and flexibility.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks and multitask with a high level of accuracy.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Working knowledge of HIPAA, FDCPA, and Red Flag regulations.
  • Professional attitude and composure in urgent or confrontational situations.
  • Effective critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Willingness to develop and retain professional relationships with coworkers.
What We Offer
  • HMO coverage with two free dependents upon regularization.
  • VL/SL credits upon regularization.
  • Friendly and supportive work culture.
  • 13th-month pay and other Philippine government-mandated benefits.
  • Nontaxable allowances.
  • Pay increases, performance bonuses, birthday gifts, and many more.
  • Transportation allowance.