Patient Access Associate
About The Position
Registers/Admit patients; Obtains, validates and inputs patient demographics and financial information; Obtains co-pays and deductibles. Obtain insurance authorization for inpatient/outpatient visits and/or procedures. Verifies insurance payer information and eligibility benefits; Provides assistance with financial applications. Ability to handle and close out cash transactions for bank deposit. Obtains accurate information and signatures on releases/forms; Scanning Prioritizes patient flow; Constant interaction with patients, families, payers and clinical staff in all areas of the Hospital including outpatient clinics. Hospital Operator coverage; Work various reports as assigned. Attention to detail; multi-tasking; strong communication skills; easily adapts to change.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word required
- Excellent verbal and communication skills
- Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
- Professional customer service skills
- Must be able to demonstrate flexibility and work in a Team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Two years' experience in hospital medical setting or insurance billing preferred.
Responsibilities
- Registers/Admit patients
- Obtains, validates and inputs patient demographics and financial information
- Obtains co-pays and deductibles
- Obtain insurance authorization for inpatient/outpatient visits and/or procedures
- Verifies insurance payer information and eligibility benefits
- Provides assistance with financial applications
- Ability to handle and close out cash transactions for bank deposit
- Obtains accurate information and signatures on releases/forms
- Scanning
- Prioritizes patient flow
- Constant interaction with patients, families, payers and clinical staff in all areas of the Hospital including outpatient clinics
- Hospital Operator coverage
- Work various reports as assigned
- Attention to detail
- Multi-tasking
- Strong communication skills
- Easily adapts to change
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
High school or GED
