Outpatients Department Officer

Job Description

Patient Services & Front Desk Operations

  • Manage patient appointment scheduling and registration processes efficiently.
  • Welcome patients and provide accurate information about clinics, services, physicians, and directions.
  • Handle patient inquiries, complaints, and feedback, ensuring timely resolution and escalation when needed.
  • Maintain a high standard of patient experience and service excellence.

Billing & Administrative Support

  • Manage billing processes, including invoice generation and payment collection.
  • Verify patient insurance details accurately and ensure proper documentation.
  • Handle cancellations, rescheduling, and updates in the system as per procedures.
  • Support documentation, scanning, and maintaining accurate patient records.

Coordination & Communication

  • Coordinate with nursing, RCM, and other departments to facilitate patient flow and admissions.
  • Respond to internal calls and support departmental requirements.
  • Assist patients with billing inquiries or service-related concerns.

Quality, Compliance & Patient Experience

  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards.
  • Document incidents and complaints, reporting them to supervisors in a timely manner.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality activities.
  • Promote the hospital’s value of humanization by ensuring respectful and patient-centered interactions.
Requirements

Essential Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 0–1 year of experience in customer service (fresh candidates may be considered).
  • Good communication skills in Arabic and English.
  • Basic computer skills (MS Office, systems handling).

Preferred

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree.
  • Experience in healthcare or hospital setting.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance processes.