Patient Service Representative Hospital PRN

American Addiction Centers • Winston-Salem, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Service Representative is responsible for registering or pre-registering all scheduled patients for admission, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services. This role involves verifying insurance coverage, obtaining necessary authorizations, and coordinating with patients and scheduling departments to arrange for procedures or payments. The position also requires updating schedules for cancellations and changes on an ongoing basis. The role operates in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Accurate spelling and attention to detail required
• Must be able to key 40 wpm
• Excellent communication skills and customer services skills required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Knowledge of patient registration, insurance, and hospital billing preferred
• Medical terminology knowledge and understanding of third party reimbursement preferred

Responsibilities

• Registers or Pre-registers all scheduled patients for admission, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services.
• Verifies insurance coverage and obtains authorization for all services that require authorization, pre-certification, and/or referral.
• Coordinates with patients and scheduling departments to reschedule procedures until authorization or patient payment can be arranged.
• Requests upfront payment of deposits from responsible party.
• Updates schedule for cancellations, rescheduling, and other changes on an ongoing basis.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED