ED Patient Access Representative

BMC Software • Boston, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The ED Patient Access Representative is responsible for ensuring the completeness and accuracy of patient registration and billing information within the Emergency Department. This role provides essential support to all ED staff and requires the ability to operate effectively in both central and pod/treatment area environments. Key duties include performing full patient registration, obtaining, verifying, and recording personal, demographic, financial, and visit-specific clinical data. The representative must be adept at prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities in a demanding and fast-paced clinical setting. A Quality Assurance score of 95% or greater is expected from all team members in Patient Access Services. This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Individual must complete training and obtain CAC certification within 120 days of employment.
• 0-2 year of hospital registration related experience OR a minimum of three years customer service experience.
• Sound judgment and critical thinking
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a very busy environment
• Strong organization and follow-through skills
• Basic computer literacy required
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Must be flexible and able to function within a team
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful circumstances
• Basic computer skills and/or facility to learn computer skills required for MS Outlook, Epic
• Demonstrates professionalism, maturity, and confidence needed to work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural, and decentralized environment.
• Displays strong, consistent communication skills, (oral and written), interpersonal skill, and record keeping skills.
• Displays strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously; prioritize work assignments appropriately; and complete follow up task timely.
• Demonstrates strong work ethic and ability to meet performance goals for productivity and outcomes with minimal direct supervision.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and sound judgment in addressing and resolving barriers, issues, or concerns identified.
• Requires strong technical computer skills and proficiency in utilizing Epic and external database systems to research cases and successfully assist patients in securing active coverage.
• Displays exceptional customer skills and the ability to engage patients, family members, and team members respectfully, with empathy and cultural sensitivity.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual persons
• Persons with hospital and/or healthcare experience

Responsibilities

• Delivers outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Ensures the integrity of the data in the hospital’s information system with respect to patient demographic, insurance and admission information.
• Verifies patient insurance using various methods.
• Applies knowledge of payer requirements and guidelines to ensure effective reimbursement.
• Assists in ensuring adequate departmental coverage when needed, including covering in the Admitting or Emergency Department at the direction of the Admitting Manager.
• Participates in holiday coverage rotation.
• Conducts inpatient interviews.
• Secures patient valuables.
• Documents accurate information on all patient accounts to ensure an effective workflow throughout the organization.
• Demonstrates ability to handle difficult situations by using effective problem solving skills.
• Serves as a resource for patients and others with questions regarding registration, insurance eligibility and patient admission.
• Collects insurance copays from patients.
• Collaborates with others to ensure a positive and effective patient experience.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment with constant interruption.
• Flexible availability to accommodate work coverage requests.
• Able to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
• Relates effectively to various types of customers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Utilizes supervisor or manager to resolve issues/concerns as needed.
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings.
• Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy)
• Contract increases
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) savings matches
• Earned time cash out
• Paid time off
• Career advancement opportunities
• Resources to support employee and family wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees