Aga Khan University Hospital Patient Services Coordinator, Patient Services Department Jobs in Kenya



Aga Khan University Hospital Patient Services Coordinator, Patient Services Department Jobs in Kenya; Maintain the reception area by providing front office administrative services and customer care service to patients, AKU staff, and the public by receiving and addressing inquiries in a professional and polished manner, while accounting for all daily financial transactions processed at the front desk/patient reception.

Responsibilities

  • Provide outstanding customer services to patients, public, and AKU staff and ensure inquiries and complaints to the department are addressed expeditiously.

  • Consistently provide full coverage at all times at the front desk by clocking in and out in the HR time management software.

  • Be aware of downtime and data protection procedures in the event of a system failure.

  • As a cashier, maintain a manual invoice and receipt process in the event of a computer system malfunction and upon resumption of computer system, update data and records in the computer system.

  • Admit patients and collect IP deposits as per laid‑down guidelines.

  • Account for and balance all monies collected from patients daily and deposit the money to the main hospital Automated Banking Machine at the end of a work shift.

  • Verify and confirm credit services applicable to corporate employees as per account entitlement details.

  • Ensure Pre‑Authorizations are duly completed by Physicians and sent to corporations for approval within 24 hours.

  • Liaise with patient services supervisor, manager, and patient’s insurance company regarding any uncertain approval cases.

  • Check and verify patient data in the computer system, bill the correct patient for the right services, and collect the correct payment.

  • Verify that all benefits for corporate employees are billed as per existing entitlement guidelines.

  • Assist other patient services staff when needed to foster overall efficiency of the department and deliver timely patient care.

  • Answer both internal and external phone calls promptly and respond appropriately. Communicate messages promptly and accurately to concerned persons.

  • Re‑confirm/update patient contact numbers. Ensure realistic appointments are booked and rescheduling is done on time. Communicate physician rescheduling to patients promptly.

  • Escalate any operational challenges to the Duty Supervisor/Manager promptly for assistance.

  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

    Requirements

  • Diploma in Front Office Administration/Business Administration or equivalent.

  • At least 3 months’ work experience from the hospitality industry.

  • Excellent customer service and people skills.

  • Ability to multi‑task and detail‑oriented.

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Attention to detail and good problem‑solving skills.

  • Ability to deal with the public.

  • Culturally sensitive individual.

  • Good planner and results‑oriented.

  • High integrity.

    How to apply

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