Patient Access Coordinator

Baptist Healthcare System•Richmond, KY

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Oncology – Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Access Coordinator 8a-4:30p Monday - Friday The Oncology Unit is a specialized inpatient and outpatient care unit dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with cancer. The unit provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care that includes chemotherapy administration, radiation therapy coordination, pain management, symptom control, and palliative care. Patient Access Coordinator/Certified Nursing Assistant Overall, the Patient Access Coordinator helps to streamline administrative processes, improve patient satisfaction, and ensure that patients receive timely and appropriate care. Most of the information submitted on a claim derives from an Access team member.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must Type 40-45 WPM
Essential Microsoft Office Experience
Basic Life Support (must be obtained within three months of hire)
Extensive Insurance experience/training is vital to success within this role.
Maintain compliance with state and federal regulatory body requirements regarding access services.
Exemplary customer service skills are crucial in this role.

Responsibilities

Completing a thorough admissions process of all inpatients and outpatients.
Ensure that accurate information is collected, that they are always sensitive to the confidentiality of this information, and that patients are aware of their rights as determined by HIPAA regulations and company policy.
Verification of Insurance Eligibility, Compliance, Point of Service estimates and collections are part of their responsibility.
Performs direct patient care procedures and related tasks; assists in obtaining patient histories, takes vital signs and I &O and documents, prepares chart packs, and assists with medical procedures as delegated by nursing staff.