Company: Oak Street Health
Title: Patient Relations Manager
Role Description
The purpose of the Patient Relations Manager at Oak Street Health is to educate patients about Medicare programs, resources, and affordable insurance coverage options available to them in order to increase patient access to care and retention.
Patient Relations Managers (PRMs) are an integral part of the Oak Street Health care team. Patient Relations Managers are the insurance experts at each clinic and advocate for patients by helping them navigate through insurance options and bills. They are also a resource to the care team and outreach team for questions regarding medicare and eligibility. Patient Relations Managers Are daily key players, particularly during Medicare's Open Enrollment, ensuring that our patients are informed of all their options surrounding Medicare. The Patient Relations Manager will report to the Sr. PRM or Practice Manager.
Check out this pamphlet for a sneak peek into the life of an Oak Street Patient Relations Manager!
Responsibilities:
Assist patients with navigating medicare and insurance issues which includes coverage, benefits, summaries, eligibility and getting the most out of their plan
Serve as internal resource in the clinic on insurance questions for providers and staff
Assist patients in navigating the healthcare system, help patients resolve medical bills inside and outside of Oak Street Health (advocate for the patient)
Gain the trust of Oak Street Health patients in an effort to properly advise them in their healthcare coverage
Manage the welcome visit and orientation process for new Oak Street Health patients
Educate patients on how to apply for public benefits, such as Public Aid, and Extra Help for prescription drugs
Support the clinic management team on operational activities as needed, including scheduling and billing
Provide exceptional customer service
Foster patient engagement through the design and execution of events, including center tours
Other duties as assigned
This role reports to the Sr Patient Relations Manager (or Practice Manager in some circumstances) and has significant opportunities for advancement.
What we're looking for
We're looking for motivated, experienced Patient Relations Managers with:
Required Qualifications:
Computer Skills: Ability to quickly navigate and use multiple computer programs to include, but not limited to: Gmail, MS Word or Google Docs, Excel, etc.
US work authorization
Someone who embodies being 'Oaky'
Strongly Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency in non-English languages like Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken by people in the communities we serve (where necessary) as required by center's demographics
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with helping patients or customers understand their insurance coverage
A passion for working with others to create an unmatched patient experiences
A problem-solving orientation and a flexible and positive attitude
Sales background preferred
Experience with and a supportive attitude toward our patient population of older adults
CRM experience a plus
Bachelor degree preferred, or equivalent experience
Experience helping patients navigate the health care system, especially related to Medicare and Managed Care
What does being 'Oaky' look like?
Radiating positive energy
Assuming good intentions
Creating an unmatched patient experience
Driving clinical excellence
Taking ownership and delivering results
Being relentlessly determined
Why Oak Street Health?
Oak Street Health is on a mission to 'Rebuild healthcare as it should be'', providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient's communities, and focused on the quality of care over volume of services. We're an organization on the move! With over 150 locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody 'Oaky' values and passion for our mission.
Oak Street Health Benefits:
Mission-focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for medicare patients
Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options
Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits
Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends
New centers and flexible work environments
Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement
Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply.
Learn more at www.oakstreethealth.com/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-oak-street-health
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