Patient Access Representative ER

Medical Center Health System • Odessa, TX

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About The Position

This position conducts registration and obtains financial reimbursement for all patients accessing service at Medical Center Health System facilities or clinics. Reviews all account information to optimize collection efforts and system recording events to expedite reimbursement andpliance; resolves issues as they arise to promote point of service decisions. Performs financial counseling when appropriate. Explains and obtains signatures on legal forms and registration materials.  Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.   Training and Experience: Prior experience in medical field preferred.  (Knowledge of but not limited to admitting/registration process, customer service, receivables management, credit and collection laws, billing forms, medical billing regulations, insurance benefit calculations, HMO/PPO contracts, third party funding resources.)

Requirements

• Requires stronganizational abilities
• Proficiency in Professional Customer Service
• Oral and writtenmunications
• Accurate and efficient keyboarding with strongpetencies in the use ofmon office software applications
• Ability to maintain calm temperament under fast paced and/or stressful working conditions
• Requires effective teamwork skills and the ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards
• High School diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in medical field preferred
• Previous cash collections experience is preferred
• Prior insurance knowledge preferred
• Prior experience related to financial or medical background preferred

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees