Patient Access Rep

Ridgecrest Regional Hosptital • Ridgecrest, CA

375d

About The Position

Performs a variety of specialized clerical duties relating to the process of registration for outpatient testing as well as Pre Admission and Full Admission of patients from the Emergency Room, Outpatient Departments, as well as Hospital admissions. Performs tasks as assigned by Department Manager and Department Assistant Manager. Will notify insurance companies of Admissions, and obtain Pre Authorizations for outpatient testing as needed.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, write and communicate in English.
• Knowledge of basic clerical skills and PC Windows software.
• Maintain 95% or greater on monthly audits after 3 months.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Maintain appropriate standard of behavior and conduct.
• Demonstrate maturity and capability for careful judgement and critical decision making.
• Maintain professionalism and demonstrate common courtesy.
• Work well with co-workers and other departments.
• Learn to operate hospital telephone system.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized clerical duties for outpatient testing registration.
• Handle Pre Admission and Full Admission of patients from various departments.
• Notify insurance companies of Admissions.
• Obtain Pre Authorizations for outpatient testing as needed.
• Complete tasks as assigned by Department Manager and Department Assistant Manager.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Tuition reimbursement and learning opportunities
• Fantastic total rewards program, including medical, dental, vision and 403B
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Free Chair Massages
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees