Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitlePatient Relations Assistant/UKHCRequisition NumberRE51777Working TitlePatient Relations Assistant Marshall Country Benton ClinicDepartment NameMD100:DENTAL GROUP CLINICAL PRACTICEWork LocationBenton, KYGrade Level06Salary Range$16.20-24.82/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

3.5 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsThe physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.ShiftMonday Thursday, Day Shift; primarily 6:00am 4:30pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed.Job SummaryThis position is located off-campus in Benton, KY.

The Patient Relations Assistant is foundational to facilitating an engaging and positive patient experience.

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: greeting patients, registration, insurance verification, cash handling, medical record preparation, scheduling appointments, procuring new patient records, communicating information with patients via the telephone and in person, and answering the telephone. This position supports efficient patient care and clinic initiatives to improve patient attendance and keep attendance records.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will be skilled in communication, specifically in the ability to remain calm and helpful during emotionally stressful moments or crises. As someone responsible for employee records, attention to detail is critical to ensuring patient record accuracy. The ability to work in a collaborative environment with a teamwork mindset. The ability to follow processes and process data entry records. Respect for confidentiality; be able to prioritize tasks efficiently; and work in multiple systems simultaneously.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePrevious experience in customer service, healthcare, and/or administrative/clerical roles.Deadline to Apply12/08/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in customer service?
   • None
   • Some, but less than 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
2. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in patient registration?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * Please choose the option below that best describes your years of paid, full-time work experience in a dental practice/clinic.
   • None
   • Some but less than one year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 4 years
   • More than 4 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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