Sobre este puesto de Coordinator Patient Accounts en United Health Services
Position Overview
The Customer Service Representative at United Health Services (UHS) helps patients navigate billing questions and account needs with accuracy, compassion, and respect. This role supports patient account follow-up, payment arrangements, and financial assistance processes while working with patients, providers, and payers. By maintaining privacy, building trust, and delivering responsive service, the Customer Service Representative contributes to a positive patient experience and effective revenue cycle operations. As part of a collaborative, people-focused team, every connection helps support the health and well-being of the communities UHS serves.Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
Enterprise Services, UHS Revenue Cycle OperationsPrimary Work Shift:
DayRegular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Compensation Range:
$17.98 - $25.17 per hour, depending on experience-----
Job Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Respond to patient telephone inquiries and written correspondence regarding patient accounts to support timely resolution of billing concerns
- Review and analyze patient accounts to determine appropriate billing, payment, and follow-up actions in accordance with reimbursement guidelines
- Maintain accurate and complete account documentation to ensure continuity, transparency, and appropriate escalation of account activity
- Coordinate with patients, providers’ offices, and insurance companies to resolve billing issues and facilitate payment outcomes
- Assist patients and families with financial assistance applications and payment arrangements to support access to care and account resolution
Scope and Impact:
- Contribute directly to patient satisfaction and revenue cycle outcomes through accurate account follow-up and customer-focused service
- Exercise judgment within established billing, claims processing, and escalation guidelines to resolve routine and complex account issues
- Work under general supervision with accountability for assigned accounts, correspondence standards, and follow-up timelines
Compliance and Professional:
- Apply knowledge of HIPAA requirements, reimbursement regulations, and organizational billing policies to all account activities
- Maintain required competencies and complete assigned training related to billing systems, compliance, and patient financial services within established timeframes
- Safeguard sensitive data by following established security policies and procedures, using systems responsibly, and promptly reporting potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations
- As applicable to your role, support cybersecurity and data protection requirements throughout the supplier lifecycle by coordinating vendor risk assessments, monitoring third-party compliance, and promptly reporting identified supply chain or cybersecurity risks
Additional Expectations:
- Demonstrate UHS Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation in all daily work and interactions
- Execute responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
- Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs
Position Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred:
- Up to 1 year of direct experience performing the exact or very similar duties required by the job within the same role or function
- Up to 1 year of related experience in a role or field that provides transferable skills or knowledge relevant to the position
- Up to 1 year of customer/patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public
- Up to 1 year of technical/systems experience using specialized tools, software, or equipment required for the role
- Up to 1 year of healthcare experience working in the healthcare industry in any job function
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Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
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About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.
