INSURANCE VERIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE - Part Time

UHS•Sparks, NV

5h•Onsite

About The Position

When it comes to choosing a hospital, one thing is clear: quality and convenience count. Northern Nevada Medical Center's tradition of providing quality healthcare in a comfortable, accessible environment means peace of mind for the thousands of patients served by the hospital each year. Northern Nevada Medical Center is a 124-bed acute care hospital located on 23 hillside acres at 2375 E. Prater Way in Sparks, Nevada. Website: https://www.nnmc.com This Insurance Verification Representative position is a part time opportunity. The Insurance Verification Representative is responsible for verification of benefits for all hospital patients. Arranges for the efficient and orderly pre-admission of inpatients and outpatients, and appropriate follow up for emergency department admissions. Ensures that the patient information is collected and that patients are aware of hospital policies and procedures. Interviews incoming patient or representatives and enters information required forv admission into computer database. Distributes appropriatev information to ancillary departments. Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Basic knowledge of insurance billing required.
Ability to type 40 wpm comprehensive general clerical skills and computer literacy required.
Medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge of Hospital policy related to: emergency preparedness, fire, hazardous materials and waste, medical equipment, safety, security and utilities and understands role and expected level of participation.
Utilizes standard precautions; complies with OSHA standards pursuant to blood borne pathogen, tuberculosis and hazardous material and waste; complies with infection control policies including isolation precautions and consistent hand hygiene.
Reports safety and risk issues; completes incident reports as appropriate.
Employee takes an active role in performance improvement teams that may include NPSG, HCAHPS and core measures or other process improvement activities.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.