Call Center Specialist - Per Diem - 137604

Kearny Mesa

7910 Frost Street, San Diego, CA 92123, United States

#137604 Call Center Specialist - Per Diem

Filing Deadline : Mon 12 / 15 / 2025

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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and / or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Please note that this position is a per diem appointment

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, the incumbent is responsible for customer service, registration, appointment scheduling and insurance verification. Typical duties include answering multi-line incoming customer calls, completing online registration, scheduling appointments and securing authorization for scheduled services.

Responsibilities emphasize on quality Customer Service. Completes registration for new or established patients in a timely and accurate manner and adheres to the established registration and scheduling protocols and standards. Ensures that patients have secured authorization and referrals when scheduling appointments.

Interviews patients via telephone to obtain demographic and financial information necessary to secure patient account. Verifies insurance eligibility for outpatient services on all Third Party Payers by utilizing various automated eligibility systems. Operates EPIC system to gain and input information; in addition, responsible for clearly and effectively relaying medical messages to patient / clinic staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3) years of related call center and front desk experience in a large complex healthcare setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of third-party payors including federal, state and private health plans.

Experience updating registration.

Possess problem solving ability by using good judgment and applying these skills to assist customers and ensure customer expectations are met.

Demonstrated computer skills and be able to work between multiple systems during calls.

Must have excellent customer service and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

Be a self-starter who is accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision; a person who is open to new ideas; and a creative and flexible individual who is comfortable working in a large, complex organization.

Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation and accountability.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Proven ability to handle multi-line incoming customer calls, schedule appointments, and perform online registration.

Epic Cadence scheduling experience or similar function.

Bilingual English / Spanish.

Medical Assistant experience.

Data entry experience.

Bachelor's degree.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : $72,328 - $72,328 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $34.64 - $34.64

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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