Patient Service Associate, Specialist Outpatient Clinic*

at  National University Hospital

CAREER IN THE HOSPITAL

Join our incredible team at the National University Hospital (NUH), where we believe that a hospital is more than just a workplace. Every day, we witness the remarkable impact that our healthcare professionals can have on individuals, families, and entire communities.
At NUH, we are driven by a shared purpose – to lend a helping hand to those in need, to be a source of support and healing, and to empower patients to live their best lives.
We are looking for passionate and committed individuals to join us as we transform lives and create a lasting impact in the lives of our patients. The impact you make at NUH will be profound, regardless of the role you take up in the hospital.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum “N” Level.
• Healthcare or service or related industry is preferred but not required.
• Proficient in computer skills.
• Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

We are seeking a dynamic, resilient, and highly dedicated Patient Service Associate to join our Specialist Outpatient Clinics (SOC).
As a Patient Service Associate, you will deliver friendly, efficient customer service and create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our patients and visitors, with the key aim of providing excellence patient care and satisfaction.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Counter Assistant

• Perform registration and screening of patients, with accuracy and no data breach.
• Ensure accurate billing and timely collection of payment on the same day.
• Ensure compliance to clinic facilities readiness, e.g., Patient waiting area and Self-Service Kiosks
• Ensure clinic is ready to serve its first patient 15 minutes before scheduled appointment time.

Room Assistant

• Assist clinicians and/or therapists for a smooth clinic consultation.
• Ensure proper care and coordination and coordinate first/follow-up appointments for patients.
• Manage wait time and keep patients updated in a timely manner.
• Monitor and clear EPIC Workqueue on same workday.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Practice NUH Service Acts – “G.O.O.D” to enquiries from patients and/or NOK.
• Ensure compliance to SOC Operations Standards.
• Handle patients’ feedback and ensure timely escalation to Service Team Leader/ Service Executive whenever necessary.
• Be ready for deployment across all clinics.
• Engage patients on the use of Self-Service Kiosks and OneNUHS mobile application.
• Adhere to clinic/department and hospital policy and procedure (e.g.: SOP)
• Assume any other responsibilities tasked by the Clinic/Nurse Manager, Service Team Leader and/or Service Executive (e.g.: admin support duties, statistics etc.).
• Participate in quality improvement project (e.g.: 6S, RIE, service improvement project).