Patient Financial Representative

St. Joseph's Health • Paterson, NJ

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About The Position

Responsible for the Financial Screening of Patients and referral to the appropriate Financial Service when needed. Follows up on all In patients and Same Day Stay Patients as assigned ensuring the information needed for an accurate and complete bill is obtained. Maintains accurate documentation on every patient. Accounts are to be completed in an efficient and timely manner.

Requirements

• Knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts normally acquired through completion of a Associate's degree in Business or closely related field
• Two to three months of previous work related experience
• 3 to 6 months of on the job training and orientation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) by National Association of Healthcare Access Management preferred
• Bilingual preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Financial Screening of Patients
• Referral to appropriate Financial Service
• Follow up on In patients and Same Day Stay Patients
• Obtain information needed for accurate and complete billing
• Maintain accurate patient documentation
• Complete accounts in an efficient and timely manner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree