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Company: MedStar Medical Group
Location: MD
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Not specified

Description

Under General Supervision, acts as the first line of contact for the Telehealth Operations and Support Center, a seven day per work telehealth support function operating within the MedStar Telehealth Innovation Center. Provides tier 1 technical support to patients and MedStar clinical and non-clinical associates who are engaging with telehealth platforms and services. Assists with new telehealth initiatives and provide operational support. Elicits and records patient and/or provides information and inquiries by following established protocols to resolve or escalate all customer inquiries. Advocates on the caller/customer's behalf to ensure their needs are met and to promote the patient experience. Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients and providers through active listening, empathy, courtesy, and professionalism in a virtual environment. Assists in the operational functions of telehealth services at the direction of clinical providers.
Education

  • Associate's degree required
  • Bachelor's degree or Medical Assistant Certification preferred
Experience
  • 1-2 years 2 years of experience in a high - volume customer service industry and/or health care receiving, analyzing and resolving customer concerns from basic to complex in nature telephonic customer service or patient care experience required; typically acquired in a call center role, front desk reception, hospital, or medical office required
Licenses and Certifications
  • No special certification, registration or license required
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA Medical Assistant (MA) certification, training and experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to type 40 WPM accurately. Intermediate proficiency with basic technology programs including Microsoft Word (create and edit documents) and Microsoft Excel (create and edit spreadsheets). Ability to navigate and operate multiple technology programs and devices simultaneously while speaking on the telephone. Ability to demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills through telephone/written communication. Ability to empathize with and prioritize MedStar customer needs. Ability to determine customer needs and provide appropriate solutions. Ability to remain composed, focused and demonstrate compassion during stressful situations. Ability to demonstrate learning and decision-making skills. Good composition skills - ability to compose grammatically correct and accurate written communication. Strong multi-tasking ability with the effective application of critical thinking skills. Ability to work in a high-stress, high complexity environment and demonstrate a high sense of urgency. Strong attention to detail is mandatory. .
  • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
  • Promptly answers incoming phone calls from patients, MedStar providers, and staff to identify and assess callers' needs quickly and accurately.
  • Assists patients, providers, and staff with setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality assurance of telehealth technologies including, but not limited to on-demand and scheduled video visit technology platforms.
  • Manages assigned telehealth technology platforms to ensure the best patient and provider experience.
  • Provides appropriate patient navigation and administrative support through various scenarios including immediate in-person referral, laboratory order entry, and scheduling appointments at provider instruction.
  • Following Standard Operating Guidelines or under the direction of a clinical supervisor, provides patient assistance in follow-up resolution from telehealth encounters including prescription issues, documentation, and reconnecting to clinical care when needed.
  • Assists with provider schedule maintenance including updating provider shift changes, accurate timekeeping for hourly payment, activating on-call providers, and other scheduling activities in collaboration with the Scheduling Coordinator.
  • Under the general supervision of telehealth leadership, provides tier II lead support for new or ongoing telehealth initiatives.
  • Assists patients and providers with troubleshooting and ongoing needs for equipment management and integration for all assigned telehealth devices.
  • Solves problems systematically, using sound business judgment.
  • Create and distribute telehealth job aids, to assist end-users with commonly asked questions/concerns. Provide on-the-job training to new department staff members. Maintains required administrative records and job aids.
  • Demonstrates ability to use various MedStar Health business applications as required to assist with the caller's needs. Demonstrates behavior consistent with MedStar Health mission, vision, SPIRT values, goals, objectives, and patient care philosophy.
  • Displays characteristics of inquiry, empathy, courtesy, and respect during communication withend-users..
  • Ensures complete communication (closes the loop and follow up) between key customer groups, including internal and external customers, in an appropriate and timely manner. Foster open communication channels with internal and external stakeholders to gather project requirements and expectations.
  • Acts as a lead for Operator I colleagues, providing guidance and support in handling tier 2 escalations and complex cases.
  • Offers expertise and mentorship to Operator I team members, ensuring efficient resolution of escalated issues
  • Monitors the various support queues and operational tasks to ensure smooth and efficient operations within the Telehealth Operations and Support Center.
  • Proactively assesses queue volumes and directs resources as needed to address high-demand periods. Works closely with team members to maintain an organized and efficient workflow.
  • Participates in meetings, stays informed about departmental updates and workflow changes. Ensures the successful implementation of changes, contributing to the team's overall efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Stay informed about departmental trends and emerging technologies to anticipate and adapt to changes in the telehealth environment.

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