Eligibility Screener (Santa Cruz, CA)

GetixHealth • Santa Cruz, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a caring, compassionate individual with a sense of community who wants to help those in need by assisting healthcare patients to find insurance to help with their medical bills. The Eligibility Screener will work in a local hospital assisting patients with applications for third-party resources, including state aid.

Requirements

• Willing and able to work inside of a hospital, including visiting hospital rooms to complete tasks, which requires individual to be fully vaccinated, including COVID-19 vaccine and booster, current Flu shot and drug screening
• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate or equivalent in relevant work experience desired
• Previous healthcare coverage/eligibility experience preferred
• Proficient personal computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
• Bilingual (Spanish) required- job requires communication with Spanish-speaking patients/customers
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Willing to work inside of a hospital including visiting hospital rooms to complete tasks
• Ability to work in a team fostered environment
• Ability to work in a multi-tasked environment
• Ability to prioritize and organize work
• Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate or equivalent in relevant work experience desired
• Previous healthcare coverage/eligibility experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain the appropriate level of work activity according to work standards and establish work processes to ensure timely certification for eligibility programs.
• Retrieve and forward requested records and information, including medical records, insurance policy information, remittance advice, and itemized statements, to appropriate parties.
• Analyze, distribute, and follow-up on special requests and adjustments with hospital personnel.
• Maintain consistent proactive communication with the patient or patient representative throughout the eligibility process, keeping the patient informed of the account progress.
• Screen patients and/or patient representatives to determine potential eligibility for Third Party resources.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, case managers, social workers, and hospital business office staff on a daily basis to ensure questions are answered and issues are addressed.
• Educate patients and patient representatives of the eligibility requirements, application process, and verification requirements for applicable programs.
• Maintain a professional relationship with the patient and governmental agencies to ensure cooperation and compliance.
• Document pertinent patient information and all work activity in the appropriate systems dictated by company policies and procedures.
• Ensure accounts are processed in accordance to Eligibility Program standards, Client expectations, and all applicable federal and state regulations guidelines.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with all policies, procedures, and regulations relating to job duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Quarterly Bonus Eligible
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans designed to support your overall well-being.
• Life & Disability Coverage: Receive company-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, with the option to purchase additional voluntary Life and AD&D benefits.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Become eligible to participate in the company's 401(k) plan on the first day of the quarter following three months of continuous employment, with a company match to help you invest in your future.
• Paid Time Off: Begin accruing PTO on your first day of employment, promoting a healthy work-life balance from the start.
• Flexible Benefit Options: Tailor your benefits package with a variety of options to meet your individual and family needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED