Patient Relations Asst/Bilingual/UKHC at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

Language proficiency proven by high school or college diploma from Spanish speaking country or third party proficiency evaluation or test.

Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Repetitive motion.

Weekdays.

The Polk Dalton Clinic is seeking a Patient Relations Assistant.

The Patient Relations Assistant will answer Spanish phone line with timely scheduling or questions answered, register and check-out patients, assist in OB/GYN surgery scheduling with the goal of taking over the task, and respond to medical record requests to transfer medical records. Will post cases directly to PICIS and schedule clinic pre-operative anesthesia appointments.

Provide Clinical provider support. Assist with insurance prior authorizations. Have demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast paced medical office. Need excellent customer service skills.

Ability to read, write and speak Spanish; medical terminology, excellent customer service skills.

High School and 4 or more year related experience preferred. Electronic medical records experience and scheduling experience preferred.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

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