Patient Services Specialist 2

Job Description

PATIENT SERVICES SPECIALIST 2

Req #: 234898 Department: SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY Job Location: Seattle Campus Posting Date: 08/16/2024 Closing Info: Closes On 08/22/2024 Salary: $3,498 - $4,852 per month Other Compensation: Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.
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This position is being re-posted. If you have already submitted your application, you do not need to submit it again, as it has been received. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for Patient Services Specialist 2.
The School of Dentistry, Department of Oral Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Patient Services Specialist 2 in our DECOD (Dental Education in Care of Persons with Disabilities) clinic. DECOD provides dental care that is not otherwise available in the community for adults with developmental and acquired disabilities. DECOD also provides education to various health professionals, including dental students, dental hygiene students, dental fellows, dental residents, pre-dental students, dental assistants, and pharmacy students. The School of Dentistry DECOD team serves diverse populations and we are equally committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
The individual in this role will perform a variety of clerical and organizational duties to support the clinic, and work as a team with other staff, faculty, and students to help the clinic run smoothly.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Schedule patient appointments
• Scan patient charts
• Answer telephones
• Collate office materials and mail materials to patients
• Fax records to outside providers
• Communicate with providers via Teams
• Set up provider and student Zoom appointments
• Call in prescriptions
• Obtain and verify demographic and financial information
• Process patient paperwork
• Complete Relias trainings before established deadlines
• Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High School graduation or equivalent AND one year of experience in a health care setting, general office or customer services experience, OR equivalent education/experience.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Application Process:
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Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .

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