Patient Access Rep, Patient Access, Full Time, Day Shift, Rotating weekends Job ID 1688013

Palmetto General Hospital•Hialeah, FL

About The Position

Responsible for effectively processing patient registrations by verifying, updating and collecting demographic and financial data for all applicable departments within the hospital.

Requirements

Excellent customer service and communication skills
Ability to discuss and collect patient financial responsibility
Ability to work within various environments including: Emergency Dept, Central Reg, Bedside Reg, etc.
Ability to work independently, prioritize and multi-task
Medical terminology and/or insurance knowledge
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Must clear background and drug test required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual; Spanish-speaking preferred.
1-2 years of relevant experience preferred

Responsibilities

Greet and direct patients and visitors to appropriate nursing units and departments.
Obtain, verify and update all patient demographic and regulatory data, utilizing a variety of tools, software and websites.
Educate patients on financial responsibility and potential solutions.
Obtain signatures and distributes forms including: General Consent, Patient Rights, NoPP, IMM, COB, ABN, etc.)
Responsible for knowledge and accurate use and execution of policies and procedures, supporting tools, software and websites.
Responsible for knowledge and accurate use of CMS guidelines including: HIPAA, EMTALA, MSP, etc.
Works effectively with fellow co-workers and all other hospital departments.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
Meets performance standards established by leadership, including but not limited to registration quality, point of service collections, confidentiality and customer service.
Performs other duties as assigned.