Job Description
Story Health is an exciting new startup transforming healthcare through virtualization of patient and clinician experiences. Story Health is seeking a Patient Outreach Specialist to join our team. Our Outreach Specialists manage outbound and inbound calls to new patients to support enrollment in the Story Health program.
This is a remote position.
Primary Responsibilities (~80% of the role)
- Make high quality outbound calls to newly eligible patients to explain Story Health programs and get patients enrolled
- Effectively connect with eligible patients to answer questions, address concerns and communicate key value props
- Receive referrals from providers and reach out to referred patients to enroll them in Story Health programs
- Update patient information in electronic medical records systems
- Schedule appointments for patients with Story Health providers
- Provide a superb customer experience to new patients
Additional Responsibilities (~20% of the role)
- Verify patient insurance information
- Obtain patient consent for treatment
- Coordinate appointment reminders
- Request and send medical records
- Be a key contributor to the early stages of an innovative health tech startup contributing wherever needed
- Other duties as assigned
Key Qualifications
- 3+ years working in customer service or outbound call center environment in a healthcare setting
- Outstanding phone demeanor and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers
- Ability to handle conflict resolution and remain tolerant/flexible in all situations
- Able to take on multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced, and changing team environment
- Passion for implementing technology to improve healthcare and able to quickly learn and use new software and tools
- Proven adaptability in a high-volume position, ability to meet deadlines and metrics
- High-speed home internet access
- Quiet home office space, free of distractions
Nice to Have
- Fluent in Spanish or another second language
- Prior experience managing or leading a team
- Clinical background and experience working directly with patients
- LPN/CMA or other licensed practitioner
Compensation
- $19-25/hour based on experience and qualifications
- Medical/Dental/Vision benefits