Patient Service Representative - Mass General Brigham : Job Details

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job SummaryDepartment for Patient and Family Relations: The mission of the Center for Patients and Families is to serve as a liaison between patients, families, and the organization in acknowledging and responding to concerns and requests in a compassionate, supportive manner. The Patient Service Representative is an integral part of the Center for Patients as they greet and assist patients and families with their needs. ?QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required.Excellent customer service skills for patients, families, and staff.Excellent telephone and person-to-person skills and ability to provide immediate assistance to a wide range of customers with varying needs and concerns.Excellent interpersonal and coping skills with individuals in crisis.Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.Database development and management skills.Experience in managing multiple tasks and functions at the same time.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Participates in the department. Responsible for centralized telephone coverage of the Patient/Family Relations Department and the Bretholtz Center for Patients and Families, primarily calls for patient/family service needs and concerns, or complaints. Triages calls to the appropriate Department and Center staff. Ensures Patient/Family Representatives are immediately contacted for urgent patient/family needs.Greets patients who visit the Bretholtz Center and directs them to the appropriate resources within the Center or the institution. Assists patients and families with concierge services, including hotel accommodations, parking information, use of business center services, etc. As needed, provide coverage for Health Education Library and Family Liaison Services.Assists patients, families, staff representatives, and other departments in the appropriate coordination of requested hospital support services and activities. Interacts with other hospital services (interpreters, chaplaincy, etc.) daily.Assists with the management of the department's database. Enters and updates data regarding incoming cases and assigns cases to the appropriate Patient Representative as necessary.Responsible for daily coordination of office administrative and personnel support activities (i.e., supply ordering, check requests, filing, computer/telephone repairs, etc.).Assists with the management of lost belongings and coordinates the return of found items.Assists with management of patient/family compliments, to include sending commendation letters to staff and acknowledgement letters to patients.Shares responsibility for the coverage of all Center telephones and support functions during operational hours. (i.e., coverage of breaks, lunch, vacation, etc.).Log types of calls/service requests to determine Center utilization and required services.Maintains department service standards, with particular attention to personal and behavioral standards, staff teamwork, and patient-staff interactions guidelines.Provides notarial acts/services for patients and families upon request.All other duties as assigned.Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location75 Francis StreetScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range- /Grade4At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-###-####.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.