Patient Benefits Analyst/FT Hybrid - Springfield

Mercy•Springfield, MO

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Serves as an analyst for Mercy Receivables system development, re-engineering, or system enhancement projects. Negotiates ad hoc agreements with third party payers. Maintains databases, spreadsheets, computer and paper files related to interfaced software packages. Responsible for routine reporting and pro-active analytical support relating to the systems. Responsible for ensuring that systems are designed to obtain optimum reimbursement for Accounts Receivable, including building/maintaining system tables. Works effectively with Patient Accounting, Information Services, Medical Records, Admitting, Nursing, Fiscal Services, Unity Health Network, third party payors, vendors, and other external customers to bring about problem resolution in a professional manner. Responsible for development of user training manuals. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Minimum of five (5) years of relative experience necessary.
Interpersonal and organizational skills required.
Must possess superior oral and written communication skills, and analytical skills.
Must be capable of handling a large volume of transactions on a daily basis and considerable CRT use.
May need to be on-call and/or report to work during unusual hours for system testing or troubleshooting.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree in business/information system preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of relative experience necessary.
Knowledge of personal computer and software desired.

Responsibilities

Serves as an analyst for Mercy Receivables system development, re-engineering, or system enhancement projects.
Negotiates ad hoc agreements with third party payers.
Maintains databases, spreadsheets, computer and paper files related to interfaced software packages.
Responsible for routine reporting and pro-active analytical support relating to the systems.
Responsible for ensuring that systems are designed to obtain optimum reimbursement for Accounts Receivable, including building/maintaining system tables.
Works effectively with Patient Accounting, Information Services, Medical Records, Admitting, Nursing, Fiscal Services, Unity Health Network, third party payors, vendors, and other external customers to bring about problem resolution in a professional manner.
Responsible for development of user training manuals.
Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.