ONC Patient Access Spec 2 - Radiology - Rad Onc

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

147d

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Patient Access Manager or Supervisor, follows established policies and procedures; gathers and records all necessary information in the process of scheduling a hospital procedure and generating a hospital account. Demonstrates expertise with all proficiencies of a PAS 1. Responsible for obtaining and verifying demographic, confidential clinical and financial information necessary to accurately and efficiently schedule surgery and other hospital procedures. Pre-registers patient, verifies insurance eligibility and benefits, identifies those services that require an insurance authorization, notification and/or Precert. Recognizes and adheres to all CMS, JCAHO, and HIPAA requirements when creating a hospital account. Works directly with nurses, medical staff, ancillary departments, insurance carriers and other external professionals to assist patients with obtaining health care and financial services. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Approved medical terminology certification or completion of a medical terminology course with satisfactory scores within 6 months of hire.
• Two years' experience as a PAS 1 or equivalent in scheduling, registration, or insurance verification in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and records necessary information for scheduling hospital procedures.
• Demonstrates expertise with all proficiencies of a PAS 1.
• Obtains and verifies demographic, clinical, and financial information for scheduling.
• Pre-registers patients and verifies insurance eligibility and benefits.
• Identifies services requiring insurance authorization, notification, and/or Precert.
• Adheres to CMS, JCAHO, and HIPAA requirements when creating hospital accounts.
• Collaborates with nurses, medical staff, and insurance carriers to assist patients.

What This Job Offers

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