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Patient Services Representative

@ Cardiovascular Institute of the South
Lafayette, Louisiana, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:greeting patients, scheduling appointments, maintaining records
Requirements Summary:Front-desk patient intake, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, HIPAA compliance, phone communication, and accurate electronic/paper recordkeeping.
Job Description

Who We Are:

Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.

What We Offer:

  • Choice of three health insurance plans
  • Dental insurance coverage
  • Vision insurance coverage
  • 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
  • Access to company-provided training and educational resources
  • Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
  • Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
  • Eight company-paid holidays
  • Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
  • Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents

About the Role:

  • Serves as the first point of contact for patients and visitors
  • Provides front desk and patient services support in a healthcare setting
  • Manages appointment scheduling, check-in, and check-out processes
  • Maintains accurate patient records and supports clinic operations
  • Ensures compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies

How You’ll Drive Our Mission Forward:

  • Greet patients and families in a friendly, professional manner
  • Answer phone calls and respond to appointment-related inquiries
  • Schedule, confirm, and reschedule appointments as needed
  • Contact patients on recall lists and follow up on no-show appointments
  • Register patients and obtain complete demographic and insurance information
  • Verify insurance, collect co-pays and patient balances, and support billing processes
  • Confirm daily physician schedules and assist with changes to improve patient flow
  • Document patient wait times and enter electronic messages to other departments
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in paper and electronic medical records
  • Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards
  • Collaborate with physicians, staff, and departments to support quality patient care

What Makes You a Great Match:

  • Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
  • Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in documentation and scheduling
  • Professional demeanor and ability to work well with physicians, patients, and staff
  • Commitment to teamwork, cooperation, and assisting others as needed
  • Knowledge of HIPAA privacy and security standards
  • Willingness to follow compliance guidelines and organizational policies