Customer Service Representative jobs at Northwell Health - 106 jobs

Operates the telephone console, performs communication activities and responsible for various duties. Performs various routine clerical duties. Job Responsibility Operates telephone console; answers incoming calls on the main number and calls for the Operator and extends the call to the appropriate extension number; places various outside calls for authorized Personnel according to policy. Performs various communications and/or emergency activities; answers and responds immediately to all alarms and activates all emergency procedures. Answers and responds immediately to all alarms and activates all emergency procedures; pages authorized personnel overhead, announces close of visiting hours, and other notifications, as required. Answers general caller-questions, according to policy; calls the floors to exchange information regarding patient room changes, etc. Answers the TTY (phone for the deaf) in a prompt manner; logs difficult/questionable calls and alerts appropriate management. Performs routine clerical duties including, but not limited to: maintaining various records, files, and cards for adjustments to charges, admissions and other information. Calls appropriate office when one of the alarms in the office sounds; disseminates patient contact information; expedites calls. Gives out telephone numbers and room numbers, as required. Uses telecommunications and access patient systems. Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions. Job Qualification High School Diploma or equivalent required. 1-3 years of relevant experience, required. This position offers significant opportunities for career advancement. VIVO will sponsor your training to become a pharmacy technician. Please be aware that while some roles may not require New York State Pharmacy Technician Registration, Northwell as a healthcare system mandates that you provide proof of your application for the NYS Pharmacy Technician Registration within 90 days of your start date, should you receive an offer. Please note that failure to submit the NYS Pharmacy Technician Registration to Northwell may result in termination. The position will provide flexible shift options, each lasting 8 hours, within the hours of 7 AM to 7 PM. Variable shifts may encompass, but are not restricted to, the following: Monday through Friday, weekends, and holidays as needed *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Department/Unit: AMHS - Self Pay Billing Office Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 The SBO Customer Service Billing Associate is responsible for providing customer service to patients and families who have received services at any of the five main campus locations within the Albany Med Health System including 125 + practice locations. The department is responsible for $65-70M in total Self-Pay AR. The Customer Service Billing Associate is the primary point of contact for customer/patient inquiries, receiving in excess of 100 calls per day. This position collects payments, assists with insurance inquiries, provides account status, and will escalate calls to management as needed. This role requires professional communication, accuracy, and problem-solving skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Manage inbound and outbound calls with professionalism and empathy, addressing customer inquiries, including those related to CRM systems-to ensure accurate and timely support * Assist patients in reviewing and selecting appropriate payment plan options within the Albany Med Health System guidelines, including guidance on available Financial Aid programs * Maintain strong listening skills; ability to de-escalate in difficult or emotional customer interactions. * Review credit balances; process refund requests. * Accurately update, add, or remove patient insurance and demographic information to ensure up-to-date records and seamless billing processes and identify root causes of data discrepancies * Manage assigned work queues and perform intradepartmental workflow tasks as needed to support efficient operations and cross-functional collaboration * Meet daily/weekly productivity standards with acceptable QA results. * Manage a cash drawer as needed. * Process attorney, internal, bankruptcy, and insurer requests in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements * Perform cross-functional coordination with billing, legal, and insurance teams to ensure accurate processing and issue resolution * Additional responsibilities as required Qualifications * High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required * Associate's Degree - preferred * 1-2 years of relevant customer service or support experience - preferred * Proven capability to self-manage and take initiative in completing assignments with accountability * Excellent verbal and written communication * Strong attention to detail; ability to follow processes accurately * Basic understanding of relevant financial/billing terms * Effectively defuse high-stress customer interactions to achieve positive outcomes * Familiarity with CRM or customer support software * Ability to manage time effectively and complete multiple tasks timely * Some medical terminology knowledge Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Physical Demands * Standing - Occasionally * Walking - Occasionally * Sitting - Constantly * Lifting - Rarely * Carrying - Rarely * Pushing - Rarely * Pulling - Rarely * Climbing - Rarely * Balancing - Rarely * Stooping - Rarely * Kneeling - Rarely * Crouching - Rarely * Crawling - Rarely * Reaching - Rarely * Handling - Occasionally * Grasping - Occasionally * Feeling - Rarely * Talking - Constantly * Hearing - Constantly * Repetitive Motions - Frequently * Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently Working Conditions * Extreme cold - Rarely * Extreme heat - Rarely * Humidity - Rarely * Wet - Rarely * Noise - Occasionally * Hazards - Rarely * Temperature Change - Rarely * Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely * Vibration - Rarely Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: AMHS - Self Pay Billing Office Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64The SBO Customer Service Billing Associate is responsible for providing customer service to patients and families who have received services at any of the five main campus locations within the Albany Med Health System including 125 + practice locations. The department is responsible for $65-70M in total Self-Pay AR. The Customer Service Billing Associate is the primary point of contact for customer/patient inquiries, receiving in excess of 100 calls per day. This position collects payments, assists with insurance inquiries, provides account status, and will escalate calls to management as needed. This role requires professional communication, accuracy, and problem-solving skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage inbound and outbound calls with professionalism and empathy, addressing customer inquiries, including those related to CRM systems-to ensure accurate and timely support Assist patients in reviewing and selecting appropriate payment plan options within the Albany Med Health System guidelines, including guidance on available Financial Aid programs Maintain strong listening skills; ability to de-escalate in difficult or emotional customer interactions. Review credit balances; process refund requests. Accurately update, add, or remove patient insurance and demographic information to ensure up-to-date records and seamless billing processes and identify root causes of data discrepancies Manage assigned work queues and perform intradepartmental workflow tasks as needed to support efficient operations and cross-functional collaboration Meet daily/weekly productivity standards with acceptable QA results. Manage a cash drawer as needed. Process attorney, internal, bankruptcy, and insurer requests in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements Perform cross-functional coordination with billing, legal, and insurance teams to ensure accurate processing and issue resolution Additional responsibilities as required Qualifications High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required Associate's Degree - preferred 1-2 years of relevant customer service or support experience - preferred Proven capability to self-manage and take initiative in completing assignments with accountability Excellent verbal and written communication Strong attention to detail; ability to follow processes accurately Basic understanding of relevant financial/billing terms Effectively defuse high-stress customer interactions to achieve positive outcomes Familiarity with CRM or customer support software Ability to manage time effectively and complete multiple tasks timely Some medical terminology knowledge Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Physical Demands Standing - Occasionally Walking - Occasionally Sitting - Constantly Lifting - Rarely Carrying - Rarely Pushing - Rarely Pulling - Rarely Climbing - Rarely Balancing - Rarely Stooping - Rarely Kneeling - Rarely Crouching - Rarely Crawling - Rarely Reaching - Rarely Handling - Occasionally Grasping - Occasionally Feeling - Rarely Talking - Constantly Hearing - Constantly Repetitive Motions - Frequently Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently Working Conditions Extreme cold - Rarely Extreme heat - Rarely Humidity - Rarely Wet - Rarely Noise - Occasionally Hazards - Rarely Temperature Change - Rarely Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely Vibration - Rarely Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64The Pre-Service Representative I is responsible for the initial touchpoint of our patient population to provide an exceptional patient experience with assisting in scheduling of services for our Hospital and Practice. This requires ability to work in a high-volume, fast paced environment. Understanding of complex scheduling needs of our patients in an empathetic, compassionate manner is critical. Position is required to use eligibility application to invoke request to verify insurance eligibility, interpret response and capture appropriate health insurance information as it pertains to the service being rendered. The position requires ability to understand and apply contractual benefits to the service being rendered, with ability to collect patient financial obligation pre-services. The Pre-Service Representative I, after one year in the position and based on performance and success in position, has ability to be promoted to Pre-Service Representative II as Career Ladder requirements indicate. Responsibilities: Maintain strict adherence to the Albany Medical Center Confidentiality policy. Incorporate Albany Medical Center Customer Service Standards and demonstrates commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers into daily activities. Comply with all Albany Medical Center Policies. Comply with behavioral expectations of the department. Maintain courteous and effective interactions with colleagues. Demonstrate an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment. Participate in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities. Participate in the training and onboarding of new staff members Participate in and successfully completes Mandatory Education. Perform all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department. Adheres to AMC Corporate Compliance Plan Qualifications: High School Diploma 1 - 2 years winning customer service personality with ability to engage patients and customers via telephone with superior patient experience. Insurance knowledge, preferred Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Access Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64The Access Service Representative I is responsible for the capture of demographic and insurance information either by telephone or patient facing. Position is required to use eligibility application to invoke request to verify insurance eligibility, interpret response and capture appropriate health insurance information as it pertains to the service being rendered. Must be comfortable in the collection of financial responsibility from the patient based on eligibility response or estimate for services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Must have flexibility to work Saturdays, as needed/required Responsible for accurate patient look up to ensure correct patient is being registered. Responsible for discerning demographic and insurance information to ensure accurate registration Responsible to interpret information received from Insurance Payer regarding patient's eligibility and financial responsibility Responsible for discussing financial obligation of patient and collect via cash, credit card or check Responsible for explaining regulatory forms and answer questions from patient; obtain signatures accordingly Responsible for scanning or managing online form template to maintain the Electronic Health Record Comprehend Federal, State, Third Party Payer regulations as it pertains to a hospital registration. Ability to work in multiple systems during a telephone call or patient facing interaction to complete an accurate registration and support clinical workflow. Functional Competencies Social and Emotional Intelligence Ability to deal with a diverse population including critically injured, mentally disturbed and belligerent Patient centric - customer service Conflict Management Team-oriented support Adaptable to high-stress situation Excellent communication skill Qualifications High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required 1-3 years applicable experience; customer service and strong computer skill - required Hospital or Clinic setting office experience - preferred Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit Ability to learn in classroom setting; utilizing resources Ability to remain composed under pressure Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed Team minded worth ethic Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Physical Demands Standing - Occasionally Walking - Occasionally Sitting - Constantly Talking - Constantly Hearing - Constantly Repetitive Motions - Constantly Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64Salary Range: $18.00 - $23.79 The Patient Engagement Liaison is the FIRST contact to Albany Med via telephone, thus first touchpoint in our Patient's Experience. This first impression must be received in a Compassionate and Respectful manner; engaging the caller in a professional manner. The critical role of the Patient Engagement Liaison is to ensure our patients and provider requests for services are triaged expeditiously and accurately to need. Additionally, receive information from patients and providers, via telephone and fax, and review and assess how to manage the incoming information. The position requires high degree of concentration, information retention, high volume workflow and quick turnaround time of telephone call and fax information. Responsibilities: Ability to handle high volume workload and stressful environment Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize workload Ability to engage patients/customers in a calm, respectful manner; regardless of tone or attitude of patient/customer via telephone Demonstrated attention to detail with minimal error Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Admitting Operations Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64The Pre-Service Representative I is responsible for the initial touchpoint of our patient population to provide an exceptional patient experience with assisting in scheduling of services for our Hospital and Practice. This requires ability to work in a high-volume, fast paced environment. Understanding of complex scheduling needs of our patients in an empathetic, compassionate manner is critical. Position is required to use eligibility application to invoke request to verify insurance eligibility, interpret response and capture appropriate health insurance information as it pertains to the service being rendered. The position requires ability to understand and apply contractual benefits to the service being rendered, with ability to collect patient financial obligation pre-services. The Pre-Service Representative I, after one year in the position and based on performance and success in position, has ability to be promoted to Pre-Service Representative II as Career Ladder requirements indicate. Education: HS Graduate Licensure, Certification & Registration: None Experience: 1 - 2 years Winning customer service personality with ability to engage patients and customers via telephone with superior patient experience. Insurance knowledge, preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit Must be able to manage pressure of very tight timeframes to execute task Ability to learn in classroom, utilizing resources Ability to maintain composure under pressure Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed Team minded worth ethic Demonstrated ability interpret patient's insurance benefits and apply the applicable contractual obligations Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 The Pre-Service Representative I is responsible for the initial touchpoint of our patient population to provide an exceptional patient experience with assisting in scheduling of services for our Hospital and Practice. This requires ability to work in a high-volume, fast paced environment. Understanding of complex scheduling needs of our patients in an empathetic, compassionate manner is critical. Position is required to use eligibility application to invoke request to verify insurance eligibility, interpret response and capture appropriate health insurance information as it pertains to the service being rendered. The position requires ability to understand and apply contractual benefits to the service being rendered, with ability to collect patient financial obligation pre-services. The Pre-Service Representative I, after one year in the position and based on performance and success in position, has ability to be promoted to Pre-Service Representative II as Career Ladder requirements indicate. Education: * High School Diploma or equivalent is required Experience: * Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience * Winning customer service personality with ability to engage patients and customers via telephone with superior patient experience. * Insurance knowledge, preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: * Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations * Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit * Must be able to manage pressure of very tight timeframes to execute task * Ability to learn in classroom, utilizing resources * Ability to maintain composure under pressure * Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion * Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed * Team minded worth ethic * Demonstrated ability interpret patient's insurance benefits and apply the applicable contractual obligations Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 The Pre-Service Representative I is responsible for the initial touchpoint of our patient population to provide an exceptional patient experience with assisting in scheduling of services for our Hospital and Practice. This requires ability to work in a high-volume, fast paced environment. Understanding of complex scheduling needs of our patients in an empathetic, compassionate manner is critical. Position is required to use eligibility application to invoke request to verify insurance eligibility, interpret response and capture appropriate health insurance information as it pertains to the service being rendered. The position requires ability to understand and apply contractual benefits to the service being rendered, with ability to collect patient financial obligation pre-services. The Pre-Service Representative I, after one year in the position and based on performance and success in position, has ability to be promoted to Pre-Service Representative II as Career Ladder requirements indicate. Salary Range: $19 - $23.79 Education: * High School Diploma or equivalent is required Experience: * Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience * Winning customer service personality with ability to engage patients and customers via telephone with superior patient experience. * Insurance knowledge, preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: * Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations * Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit * Must be able to manage pressure of very tight timeframes to execute task * Ability to learn in classroom, utilizing resources * Ability to maintain composure under pressure * Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion * Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed * Team minded worth ethic * Demonstrated ability interpret patient's insurance benefits and apply the applicable contractual obligations Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64The Pre-Service Representative I is Responsible for coordinating and scheduling radiology imaging services across multiple modalities, including MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray, and Interventional Radiology, ensuring appointments are scheduled accurately based on clinical indications, provider orders, and modality-specific requirements. Reviews referrals for completeness, verifies patient eligibility, screening criteria, and exam protocols, and collaborates with clinical teams to resolve scheduling barriers. Provides clear patient communication regarding preparation, timing, and expectations to support optimal workflow, patient safety, and access to care. Education: HS Graduate Licensure, Certification & Registration: None Experience: 1 - 2 years Winning customer service personality with ability to engage patients and customers via telephone with superior patient experience. Insurance knowledge, preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit Must be able to manage pressure of very tight timeframes to execute task Ability to learn in classroom, utilizing resources Ability to maintain composure under pressure Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed Team minded worth ethic Demonstrated ability interpret patient's insurance benefits and apply the applicable contractual obligations Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64The Pre-Service Representative I is responsible for the initial touchpoint of our patient population to provide an exceptional patient experience with assisting in scheduling of services for our Hospital and Practice. This requires ability to work in a high-volume, fast paced environment. Understanding of complex scheduling needs of our patients in an empathetic, compassionate manner is critical. Position is required to use eligibility application to invoke request to verify insurance eligibility, interpret response and capture appropriate health insurance information as it pertains to the service being rendered. The position requires ability to understand and apply contractual benefits to the service being rendered, with ability to collect patient financial obligation pre-services. The Pre-Service Representative I, after one year in the position and based on performance and success in position, has ability to be promoted to Pre-Service Representative II as Career Ladder requirements indicate. Salary Range: $19 - $23.79 Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required Experience: Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience Winning customer service personality with ability to engage patients and customers via telephone with superior patient experience. Insurance knowledge, preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit Must be able to manage pressure of very tight timeframes to execute task Ability to learn in classroom, utilizing resources Ability to maintain composure under pressure Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed Team minded worth ethic Demonstrated ability interpret patient's insurance benefits and apply the applicable contractual obligations Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64The Pre-Service Representative is the FIRST contact to Albany Med via telephone, thus first touchpoint in our Patient's Experience. This first impression must be received in a Compassionate and Respectful manner; engaging the caller in a professional manner. The critical role of the Patient Engagement Liaison is to ensure our patients and provider requests for services are triaged expeditiously and accurately to need. Additionally, receive information from patients and providers, via telephone and fax, and review and assess how to manage the incoming information. The position requires high degree of concentration, information retention, high volume workflow and quick turnaround time of telephone call and fax information. Responsibilities: Ability to handle high volume workload and stressful environment Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize workload Ability to engage patients/customers in a calm, respectful manner; regardless of tone or attitude of patient/customer via telephone Demonstrated attention to detail with minimal error Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64Pre-Service Rep I Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for registration and scheduling process for complex patients. Responsible for updating the system with registration, scheduling and insurance information. Prepares patient disability and out of work / school paperwork. Responsible for discussing financial obligation and explaining regulatory forms, as well as answering any questions. Works in multiple systems during patient facing interactions and telephone call receipts to complete accurate registration and to support the clinical workflow. Understands the practice and hospital strategic plan. Supports plans, policy and procedures, and initiatives within scope of their departments expectations and role. Represents AMC and supports the ideals and principles of their department, the Practice, the Hospital and the Center. Exemplify Albany Med CARES guiding principles. Is a champion to ensure an optimal patient experience. Understands and promotes patient and employee safety as our top priority. Promotes a safe environment and promptly reports issues. Understands patient safety goals. Qualifications High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required 2-3 years office experience or one year of related experience in a medical practice - preferred Experience using an electronic health record and Microsoft Office a plus. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to multi-task in a high patient volume unit. Ability to learn and utilize resources. Strong time management skills. Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusions. Good judgement and ability to problem solve; escalate issues as needed. Strong teamwork skills and work ethic. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 Salary Range: $19.00 - $24.79 The Patient Engagement Liaison is the FIRST contact to Albany Med via telephone, thus first touchpoint in our Patient's Experience. This first impression must be received in a Compassionate and Respectful manner; engaging the caller in a professional manner. The critical role of the Patient Engagement Liaison is to ensure our patients and provider requests for services are triaged expeditiously and accurately to need. Additionally, receive information from patients and providers, via telephone and fax, and review and assess how to manage the incoming information. The position requires high degree of concentration, information retention, high volume workflow and quick turnaround time of telephone call and fax information. Responsibilities: * Ability to handle high volume workload and stressful environment * Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize workload * Ability to engage patients/customers in a calm, respectful manner; regardless of tone or attitude of patient/customer via telephone * Demonstrated attention to detail with minimal error Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 * Register patients, update insurance information, schedule visits, and other duties as assigned to coordinate patient appointment scheduling. * Interact with a diverse patient population. * Utilize the electronic medical record to maintain patient records via registration process and scan functionality. * Be knowledgeable with state and government agencies to provide proper consents for patients who are wards of the state; work with facilities to obtain proper consents from patient proxies. * Be knowledgeable of and adhere to payer requirements for referrals and authorization within the scope of the specialty they are assigned. * Schedule follow up appointments, referrals and prior authorization for patient schedule visits as needed. * Communicate professionally and timely with all parties, including providers, patients, clinical care team, and insurance companies. * Answer incoming phone calls and direct appropriately to team members. * Conveys professional image by adhering to the established dress code. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for registration and scheduling process for complex patients. * Responsible for updating the system with registration, scheduling and insurance information. * Prepares patient disability and out of work / school paperwork. * Responsible for discussing financial obligation and explaining regulatory forms, as well as answering any questions. * Works in multiple systems during patient facing interactions and telephone call receipts to complete accurate registration and to support the clinical workflow. * Understands the practice and hospital strategic plan. * Supports plans, policy and procedures, and initiatives within scope of their departments expectations and role. * Represents AMC and supports the ideals and principles of their department, the Practice, the Hospital and the Center. * Exemplify Albany Med CARES guiding principles. * Is a champion to ensure an optimal patient experience. * Understands and promotes patient and employee safety as our top priority. * Promotes a safe environment and promptly reports issues. * Understands patient safety goals. Qualifications * High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required * 2-3 years office experience or one year of related experience in a medical practice - preferred * Experience using an electronic health record and Microsoft Office a plus. * Excellent customer service skills. * Ability to multi-task in a high patient volume unit. * Ability to learn and utilize resources. * Strong time management skills. * Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusions. * Good judgement and ability to problem solve; escalate issues as needed. * Strong teamwork skills and work ethic. Physical Demands * Standing - Occasionally * Walking - Occasionally * Sitting - Constantly * Lifting - Rarely * Carrying - Rarely * Pushing - Rarely * Pulling - Rarely * Climbing - Rarely * Balancing - Rarely * Stooping - Rarely * Kneeling - Rarely * Crouching - Rarely * Crawling - Rarely * Reaching - Rarely * Handling - Occasionally * Grasping - Occasionally * Feeling - Rarely * Talking - Constantly * Hearing - Constantly * Repetitive Motions - Frequently * Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently Working Conditions * Extreme cold - Rarely * Extreme heat - Rarely * Humidity - Rarely * Wet - Rarely * Noise - Occasionally * Hazards - Rarely * Temperature Change - Rarely * Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely * Vibration - Rarely Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 The Pre-Service Representative I is Responsible for coordinating and scheduling radiology imaging services across multiple modalities, including MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray, and Interventional Radiology, ensuring appointments are scheduled accurately based on clinical indications, provider orders, and modality-specific requirements. Reviews referrals for completeness, verifies patient eligibility, screening criteria, and exam protocols, and collaborates with clinical teams to resolve scheduling barriers. Provides clear patient communication regarding preparation, timing, and expectations to support optimal workflow, patient safety, and access to care. Education: * HS Graduate Licensure, Certification & Registration: * None Experience: * 1 - 2 years Winning customer service personality with ability to engage patients and customers via telephone with superior patient experience. * Insurance knowledge, preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: * Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations * Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit * Must be able to manage pressure of very tight timeframes to execute task * Ability to learn in classroom, utilizing resources * Ability to maintain composure under pressure * Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion * Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed * Team minded worth ethic * Demonstrated ability interpret patient's insurance benefits and apply the applicable contractual obligations Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 The Pre-Service Representative I is responsible for the initial touchpoint of our patient population to provide an exceptional patient experience with assisting in scheduling of services for our Hospital and Practice. This requires ability to work in a high-volume, fast paced environment. Understanding of complex scheduling needs of our patients in an empathetic, compassionate manner is critical. Position is required to use eligibility application to invoke request to verify insurance eligibility, interpret response and capture appropriate health insurance information as it pertains to the service being rendered. The position requires ability to understand and apply contractual benefits to the service being rendered, with ability to collect patient financial obligation pre-services. The Pre-Service Representative I, after one year in the position and based on performance and success in position, has ability to be promoted to Pre-Service Representative II as Career Ladder requirements indicate. Responsibilities: * Maintain strict adherence to the Albany Medical Center Confidentiality policy. * Incorporate Albany Medical Center Customer Service Standards and demonstrates commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers into daily activities. * Comply with all Albany Medical Center Policies. * Comply with behavioral expectations of the department. * Maintain courteous and effective interactions with colleagues. * Demonstrate an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment. * Participate in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities. * Participate in the training and onboarding of new staff members * Participate in and successfully completes Mandatory Education. * Perform all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department. * Adheres to AMC Corporate Compliance Plan Qualifications: * High School Diploma * 1 - 2 years winning customer service personality with ability to engage patients and customers via telephone with superior patient experience. * Insurance knowledge, preferred Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 Pre-Service Rep I Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for registration and scheduling process for complex patients. * Responsible for updating the system with registration, scheduling and insurance information. * Prepares patient disability and out of work / school paperwork. * Responsible for discussing financial obligation and explaining regulatory forms, as well as answering any questions. * Works in multiple systems during patient facing interactions and telephone call receipts to complete accurate registration and to support the clinical workflow. * Understands the practice and hospital strategic plan. * Supports plans, policy and procedures, and initiatives within scope of their departments expectations and role. * Represents AMC and supports the ideals and principles of their department, the Practice, the Hospital and the Center. * Exemplify Albany Med CARES guiding principles. * Is a champion to ensure an optimal patient experience. * Understands and promotes patient and employee safety as our top priority. * Promotes a safe environment and promptly reports issues. * Understands patient safety goals. Qualifications * High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required * 2-3 years office experience or one year of related experience in a medical practice - preferred * Experience using an electronic health record and Microsoft Office a plus. * Excellent customer service skills. * Ability to multi-task in a high patient volume unit. * Ability to learn and utilize resources. * Strong time management skills. * Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusions. * Good judgement and ability to problem solve; escalate issues as needed. * Strong teamwork skills and work ethic. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Department/Unit: Patient Access Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 The Access Service Representative I is responsible for the capture of demographic and insurance information either by telephone or patient facing. Position is required to use eligibility application to invoke request to verify insurance eligibility, interpret response and capture appropriate health insurance information as it pertains to the service being rendered. Must be comfortable in the collection of financial responsibility from the patient based on eligibility response or estimate for services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Must have flexibility to work Saturdays, as needed/required * Responsible for accurate patient look up to ensure correct patient is being registered. * Responsible for discerning demographic and insurance information to ensure accurate registration * Responsible to interpret information received from Insurance Payer regarding patient's eligibility and financial responsibility * Responsible for discussing financial obligation of patient and collect via cash, credit card or check * Responsible for explaining regulatory forms and answer questions from patient; obtain signatures accordingly * Responsible for scanning or managing online form template to maintain the Electronic Health Record * Comprehend Federal, State, Third Party Payer regulations as it pertains to a hospital registration. * Ability to work in multiple systems during a telephone call or patient facing interaction to complete an accurate registration and support clinical workflow. Functional Competencies * Social and Emotional Intelligence * Ability to deal with a diverse population including critically injured, mentally disturbed and belligerent * Patient centric - customer service * Conflict Management * Team-oriented support * Adaptable to high-stress situation * Excellent communication skill Qualifications * High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required * 1-3 years applicable experience; customer service and strong computer skill - required * Hospital or Clinic setting office experience - preferred * Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations * Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit * Ability to learn in classroom setting; utilizing resources * Ability to remain composed under pressure * Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion * Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed * Team minded worth ethic Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Physical Demands * Standing - Occasionally * Walking - Occasionally * Sitting - Constantly * Talking - Constantly * Hearing - Constantly * Repetitive Motions - Constantly Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.