American Hospital
Patient Relations Executive in American Hospital Dubai is responsible to provide the support necessary to ensure the registration process, and admission process in a manner that meets both internal and external customer needs and expectations. Serves as a receptionist, clerical assistant, cashier and interpreter for the unit. Ensures patients are registered on a timely basis. This job ID number is 2099.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF RELATIONS EXECUTIVE IN AMERICAN HOSPITAL
- Prioritizes tasks ensuring effective functioning of the area.
- Follows the chain of command in reporting incidents or concerns.
- Prioritizes workload and completes correspondence promptly.
- Registers new patients, make sure the pre-registration form is completed and signed and an approved ID (Emirate ID or Passport) is collected.
- Enters all registration data into Cerner accurately and obtains calls patient signature on verified printed registration form.
- Adheres to the hospital policy HPP-206 “Identification of Patient” during appointment booking, registration and cashier process.
- Modifies patient information on Cerner upon their attendance or calling according to the established criteria.
- Ensures correct entry of financial details for patients in Cerner by obtaining the documents to support the payment mode.
- Ensures having updated patient details and signed consent every 12 months upon patient attendance to the hospital as per HPP-007 “General and Informed Consent”.
- Verifies patient insurance card against updated direct billing list.
- Ensures appropriate claim form placed in patient’s file.
- Ensures that all required documents are scanned in Cerner (ID, Referral Form, and Claim Form).
- Informs walk-in patients regarding waiting time.
- Schedules and books appointments as requested appropriately.
- Ensures insurance and finance documentation is completed according to established criteria.
- Follows up on cash outstanding and resolves late charges.
- Modifies from insurance to cash and vice versa as required.
- Handles insurance process (pre-approved treatment).
- Coordinates with Medical Imaging for booking appointments (urgent or routine).
- Directs patient to another department as required.
- Informs patient about billing details and explains non-covered charges.
- Participates in ensuring true, honest and accurate patient Customer Survey Feedback.
- Assists in the orientation of new staff members.
- Facilitates efficient receptionist function by consulting and communicating with all co-workers.
- Promotes incident, and customer complaint reporting to improve patient and family care.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School certificate for the jobs of Relations Executive
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- one year of experience
- Excellent English and Arabic verbal/written communication skills
- Demonstrates computer literacy (in iConnect System) and efficiency
- Demonstrates adequate Medical Terminology
- Exposure to / experience with customer service principles
- Previous cashier experience is preferable