PATIENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE - FAMILY MEDICINE

Independence Health System•Saltsburg, PA

57d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform administrative and secretarial functions in direct support of the Physician Practice. Position has direct customer contact to obtain accurate demographic and insurance information and to facilitate scheduling the patient for appointments and procedures. Communicate with internal and external customers. Facilitate referrals, authorizations, scheduling, and patient flow through the process.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or next level of higher education.
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, and sound judgment.
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
PA Act 34 Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History Clearance.
Regular, consistent, on-site and timely attendance.
Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.
Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Nice To Haves

Previous outpatient office experience. Two years' experience in a medical/billing/fiscal or customer service function strongly preferred.
Medical terminology and third-party health care coverage experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure positive customer service atmosphere and interaction in reception area.
Interact with co-workers and internal customers in a respectful and professional manner.
Process telephone calls and messages promptly, accurately, courteously, and efficiently.
Follow recommended department guidelines for triage and scheduling of patients.
Process patient information.
Interview and pre-register patients at the time of or prior to the visit date.
Enter all information into the billing system per established policies and procedures.
Accurately code visit based on diagnosis given.
Identify coding discrepancies and seek clarification to maximize reimbursement/minimize rejections.
Enter all charges/codes into billing system accurately.
Make every effort to collect payment at the time of visit.
Accurately complete cash sheets.
Deliver cash and cash sheets daily to appropriate place.
Assist in maintaining/decreasing organization/departmental costs.
Schedule patients for appropriate intervals and provider based on protocols.
Assist patient to access specialty care and testing per physician order where applicable by office location.
Provide instructions and directions based on protocols and physician order.
Assist the patient to meet insurance requirements for continued care.
Process referrals in a timely manner.
Coordinate and submit necessary information to obtain timely authorizations.
Act as a patient advocate.
Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.
Demonstrate the ability to solve problems and seek assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
Assist in department's compliance with preparing for annual surveys and/or other regulatory agencies.
Participate in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys.
Assist in data collection as directed by the manager/physician.
Incorporate into practice performance improvement initiatives that have been implemented.
Ensure that supplies are replenished daily.
Consistently maintain a clean safe environment.
Cognitive ability to function and concentrate on the essential and specialty functions of the job at a high level.
Achieves thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing an essential or specialty function of the job.
Ability to think and concentrate for an entire shift.
Other duties as assigned.