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Job Location (Full Address):

905 Elmgrove Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14624

Opening:

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCC 204 H

Compensation Range:

$18.71 - $25.27

Responsibilities:

This position provides comprehensive communication support services for patients of the University of Rochester Medical Center and its affiliates. Responsibilities include managing a high volume of inbound inquiries via phone, email, and electronic interfaces. Tasks involve scheduling appointments, resolving patient issues, responding to inquiries, handling billing questions, and providing basic technical support while adhering to established protocols.

Training will be conducted onsite, transitioning to remote work upon achieving satisfactory key performance metrics. Continued remote status is contingent upon maintaining the required level of performance. Additionally, onsite meetings will be scheduled as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to a high volume of inbound inquiries via phone, email, and electronic interfaces.
• Schedule patient appointments, resolve patient issues, and handle billing inquiries.
• Provide basic technical support and redirect inquiries as necessary.
• Ensure appropriate use and distribution of Electronic Medical Record information.
• Make independent decisions to transfer or resolve emergent situations.
• Anticipate, prioritize, and balance inbound and outbound activity.
• Initiate outbound communications to achieve optimal patient access targets.
• Monitor appointment schedules, systems, and resources.
• Keep abreast of regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices.

This role requires adherence to strict communication protocols, including handling sensitive and confidential information. Additionally, the position involves staying informed about UR Medicine branding standards and entity protocols to effectively assist callers from various entities and departments. Attendance at meetings and participation in training sessions are essential for maintaining understanding and adherence to communication protocols and organizational goals.

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma
• 1 year of customer service experience

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