Patient Access Representative-PD

Catholic Health•Town of Smithtown, NY

12d•$25

About The Position

St. Catherine of Siena Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials. Our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency required.
Minimum of 2 years in a doctor's office or Admitting Dept. preferred.
Computer literacy, good keyboard skills, proficiency in medical terminology preferred.
Spanish speaking preferred.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or business school preferred.
Minimum of 2 years in a doctor's office or Admitting Dept.
Computer literacy, good keyboard skills, proficiency in medical terminology.
Spanish speaking

Responsibilities

Participates in the team approach within Admitting to provide a comprehensive, coordinated and seamless service to patients.
Assists the patient through the registration process, obtains current and accurate demographic and insurance information.
Validates status of insurance and determines amount to be covered by private carrier.
Makes appropriate referrals to assist the uninsured population.
Collects required fees and co-pays.
Verifies participation in managed care programs as well as authorization for hospital service with primary care provider.
Schedules all ordered testing for outpatients and pre-surgical encounters.