Physical Therapy Technician/Patient Service Representative - Physical Therapy - Tuscola

Physical Therapy Technician/Patient Service Representative - Physical Therapy - Tuscola 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Tuscola, IL 61953 Christie Clinic's department of Physcial Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Technician/Patient Service Representative at the Tuscola clinic from Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, with no night or weekend requirements. Duties include assisting in the delivery of treatment and procedures carried out in the Physical Therapy/Sports Medicine Clinic, greeting patients upon arrival, answering incoming phone calls, scheduling appointments and assisting with the checkout or rescheduling process. This role serves as a liaison between patient and medical support staff ensuring that all patient matters are addressed prior to seeing the provider. A high school diploma and a CPR/BLS (or willing to obtain upon hire) required. Experience in a Physical Therapy or related department preferred. JOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.) Perform selected duties under the supervision of the Physical Therapist including performing ultrasounds, assisting with electric stim, assisting with mechanical traction, and exercise completion. Prepare patients for examinations and treatment. Provide patients with general needs such as water, ice, most hot pack, etc. Clean and straighten the Physical Therapy department. Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization, stocking of linens and supplies, etc. Assist the receptionist with duties including check in, answering phones, scheduling, problem solving, etc. Greet patients and visitors in an efficient, professional and courteous manner and solicit customer feedback to improve service. Demonstrate the ability to promptly answer a high volume of phone calls and schedule patient appointments with ALL providers in a courteous manner. Provide check in process for patients. Verify and update necessary demographic information. Maintain provider schedules. Keep a neat and orderly work and lobby area. Maintain relevant office supplies for department effectiveness. Distribute mail to appropriate staff members. Schedule initial and follow up visits and appointments as requested. Ensure patient completes all paperwork pertaining to the office visit including insurance information, etc. prior to patient seeing provider. Post any payments including co-payments, payments toward account balances, collections, etc. Change financial class for charges on a patient's account that need filed to update INS. Maintain and balance payment drawer at end of day including cash, checks and charges. Enter adult history forms into the electronic medical record. Perform related work as required. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 40 pounds. Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a clinical setting with possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Requirements may include working irregular hours. PAY AND BENEFITS: The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria. We also offer a substantial benefits package, including: Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday) Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account 401k Plan Medical Flexible Spending Account Health Insurance Group Term Life Insurance Dental Insurance Identity Theft Protection Vision Insurance Long Term Disability Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Experience Preferred Experience in Physical Therapy or a related department Experience in a medical office setting Education Required High School or better Licenses & Certifications Required CPR Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.