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Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticutu2019s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us. The Brownstone Building OPD Dental program is dedicated to providing comprehensive Dental Hygiene care, General Dentistry and Oral Maximal Facial Surgical treatments. Staffing includes full time and part time dentists, dental surgeons, and residents in training as well as dental hygienists and dental assistants. A high standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide exceptional dental services for our patients. We offer a full range of services that Monday thru Friday 8:15am-4:30PM. Services include the following: General Dentistry (for both adults & kids), Dental Cleanings & Exams, Cosmetic Dentistry, Crowns & Bridges, Fillings, Root Canal Therapy, Extractions, Bonding, Fluoride Treatment, Teeth Whitening, Dental Implants, Dentures, and Periodontal treatments. Job Summary: The Patient Service Coordinator is responsible for providing outstanding and professional customer service to ensure operational efficiency and promote a positive patient experience. Job Responsibilities: u00b7 Greets and registers arriving patients, completes registration forms and verifies insurance, including scanning and faxing forms as necessary. u00b7 Answers incoming calls, evaluates priority, and directs calls according to the urgency and subject matter. u00b7 Mails information to new patients prior to visit in accordance with department policies and enters / updates patient demographics. u00b7 Schedules new patient appointments and informs patients of essential preparation requirements prior to visit per department policies (referrals, x-rays, medical reports, etc.). u00b7 Ensures that office appointment schedule is coordinated with clinical staff activities. u00b7 Reviews assigned appointment confirmations to ensure accurate schedule and appropriate communications with patients; completes appointment confirmation activities according to department policies. u00b7 Schedules follow-up appointments. Verifies insurance coverage and obtains authorizations. u00b7 Orders department supplies. u00b7 Maintains schedule for conference room. u00b7 Maintains a clean waiting room and office area. u00b7 Defines and resolves patient/physician issues/problems, bringing concerns to team lead or manager as necessary. u00b7 Completes facility billing according to facility level criteria. Refers payment and insurance problems to Billing Department. u00b7 Provides back-up support to other clerical staff and performs other related duties in support of efficient operations. u00b7 Performs other duties as assigned. Bilingual Spanish required. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate or bacheloru2019s degree in a clinical or business field preferred. 2 years of relevant experience required. 2 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced medical office preferred. Verbal and written proficiency in English required. Proficiency in a second language preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements Ability to adhere to HIPAA, OSHA and CSG policies. Ability to provide excellent and efficient customer service. Positive, customer-focused approach, with commitment to providing excellent patient care. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills - ability to communicate in other languages highly desirable. Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment juggling multiple competing tasks and demands. Strong computer skills - solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Knowledge of medical terminology insurance requirements and medical billing/coding. Ability to travel independently to satellite offices with or without advanced notice. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge u2013 helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicantu2019s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. Job: Other Organization: Hartford Hospital Title: Patient Services Coordinator- OPD Dental Clinic Location: Connecticut-Hartford-79 Retreat Ave HH Brownstone (10065) Requisition ID: 25159811