Collections Representative (Outbound)

Company: MicroGen DX
Location: Orlando
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description**Fully remote work available based on location and performance**Benefits: Health, dental, vision, short term disability and life insurance, paid time off, employer matching 401KMicroGenDX provides physicians and their patients with the most advanced molecular based microbial testing available. The laboratory utilizes Next Generation DNA Sequencing technologies to accurately identify bacteria and fungi within patient samples. More information can be found at: www.microgendx.com.Brief description The position of Collections Representative (outbound taking some inbound calls) consists of interacting with customers to answer questions about billing and insurance. The Collections Representative will take payments and create payment plans when needed, analyze customer problems and resolve complaints. Tasks

• Contact patients via outbound calls to attempt to collect past due balances
• Develop and maintain knowledge of all products and services offered by the company
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with customers by gaining their trust and respect
• Keep current with billing and insurance information, trends and developments in your field
• Offer alternative solutions with the objective of retaining patient/facility business
• Reviews previous account documentation, determining appropriate action(s) necessary to resolve each assigned account
• Documents billing, follow-up and/or collection step(s) that are taken and all measures to resolve assigned accounts, including escalation to Supervisor if necessary
• Utilize a variety of systems and web-based tools to research & resolve patient/facility issues
• Greet and acknowledge patients questions and concerns
• Maintain a professional tone and demeanor when speaking to patients and coworkers
• Adhere and be knowledgeable of HIPAA regulations
• Maintain a positive attitude and be willing to learn new processes to make our job more efficient
• Meet daily/weekly expectations as set forth by MicroGenDX Qualifications and requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous call center collections experience required
  • Strong understanding of billing cycles and processes and best practices for patient collections and follow-up
  • Ability to use discretion when discussing patient related issues that are confidential in nature
  • Ability to be responsive and flexible to changing matrix of department and company needs and act accordingly
  • Proficiency in Microsoft office products such as Word and Excel and other software necessary for job completion
  • Excellent telephone etiquette
  • Ability to stay on task
  • Detail Oriented
  • Self-Starter
  • Proficient in typing (35 wpm without error)Competencies (in order of importance)
    • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
    • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
    • Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
    • Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
    • Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Payrate Range: $16-$20 per hour based on experience The above statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job, as identified, and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job responsibilities which may be inherent in the job. Responsibilities are subject to change.

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