Patient Access Team Lead

UnityPoint Health • Des Moines, IA

87d

About The Position

Responsible for overseeing daily registration processes as outlined by UnityPoint Health Des Moines Patient Access policies and standards. This position includes account management of registration errors. Monitors volumes of department and shifts staff as needed. Works with Managers group and makes recommendations for retraining staff on insurance and/or registration issues. Responsible for reviewing forms, policies and procedures to ensure they are up to date. Participates in monthly staff meetings to include training on new procedures and updates on various registration related issues. Participate in rotating weekend on call rotation. Additional responsibilities include working collaboratively with Patient Access Director, Manager(s) and Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Prefer individuals with strong analytical skills and prior experience working in a Patient Access, Billing or Revenue Cycle area.
• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Nice To Haves

• Must be able to communicate effectively with people of diverse professional, educational, and diverse lifestyle backgrounds.
• Multicultural sensitivity.
• Microsoft office-basic computer skills.
• Customer/Patient focus.
• Critical thinking skill using independent judgement in making decisions.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patient / family member to obtain accurate demographic and financial data during the registration process.
• Provides as a point of contact during assigned shift and provides leadership.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching
• Employee recognition program
• Dental and health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED