DIR - ADMISSIONS

Uhs•Corona, CA

About The Position

Responsible for directing all registration duties to ensure accuracy of patient information, patient demographic information, insurance information, and that prior authorization requirements have been met.Monitors appropriate reports in accordance with the pre-registration and scheduling processes to ensue timely scheduling, pre-registration, and insurance verification. Participates in the cross training of employees to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness, and versatility of the Patient Access Services Department. Works directly with ancillary department management on a regular basis to improve process flow between the PAS Department and other areas of the hospital. Understands upfront cash collection policy and demonstrates the ability to teach and perform financial counseling duties. Oversees the process of QA analysis, utilizing information to improve employee skills and gathering of accurate data. Supervises PBX, Insurance Verification, and Centralized Scheduling functions to ensure the hospital's customers are handled appropriate according to our Policies and Standards of Excellence. Conducts monthly staff meetings as required under Joint Commission and hospital policy. Documents minutes. Makes daily rounds to all reporting areas to ensure appropriate staffing and work flow .

Requirements

Admitting/Registration/Patient Access experience with expertise in rules and regulations related to Admitting.
Medical terminology, in-depth knowledge of third party rules and regulations related to admission, billing and collections of account receivables.
Ability to develop strategic plans, budgets, goals, and policies and procedures.
Computer proficient with PC applications, typing, organizational and communication skills.
In-depth knowledge of Admitting/Registration requirements, regulations, and procedures
Must have knowledge of Medicare rules, regulations, and compliance requirements
Must have knowledge of PC and applications
Organizational, communication, management, and interpersonal skills required
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, and emails in a professional and grammatically correct format.
Ability to speak effectively and articulate appropriately to all levels in the organization.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical/clinical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
Minimum of eight (8) years' experience in Patient Access/Admissions and hospital billing/collections in an acute care hospital or similar setting required
Minimum five years' leadership experience in related field(s) required, acute care experience preferred.
Bachelor Degree required

Nice To Haves

Education Courses/seminars related to Admitting in a Healthcare environment preferred

Responsibilities

Directing all registration duties to ensure accuracy of patient information, patient demographic information, insurance information, and that prior authorization requirements have been met.
Monitors appropriate reports in accordance with the pre-registration and scheduling processes to ensue timely scheduling, pre-registration, and insurance verification.
Participates in the cross training of employees to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness, and versatility of the Patient Access Services Department.
Works directly with ancillary department management on a regular basis to improve process flow between the PAS Department and other areas of the hospital.
Understands upfront cash collection policy and demonstrates the ability to teach and perform financial counseling duties.
Oversees the process of QA analysis, utilizing information to improve employee skills and gathering of accurate data.
Supervises PBX, Insurance Verification, and Centralized Scheduling functions to ensure the hospital's customers are handled appropriate according to our Policies and Standards of Excellence.
Conducts monthly staff meetings as required under Joint Commission and hospital policy.
Documents minutes.
Makes daily rounds to all reporting areas to ensure appropriate staffing and work flow .