Scheduling Specialist 1 (Part Time)

Trinity Health•Brighton, MI

2d•Remote

About The Position

Responsible for pre-registration, scheduling, electronically verifying insurance eligibility & accurately identifying & collecting patient financial responsibility. Handles complex scheduled events, including high dollar testing, associated studies & those with study specific instructions & communicates effectively to service delivery areas to maximize patient flow & customer service. Begins the overall patient experience & initiates the billing process for any services provided by the hospital. The Scheduling Representative position is a remote, team-based, call center role. The candidate must display our Trinity Health Culture, as this is the foundation of our purpose. Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions. Work Focus: Research, collect & analyze information. Identifies opportunities, develops solutions, & leads through resolution. Collaborates on performance improvement activities as indicated by outcomes in program efficiency & patient experience. Adheres to departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Process Focus: Utilizes multiple system applications to perform analysis, create reports & develop educational materials. Incorporates basic knowledge of Trinity Health policies, practices & processes to ensure quality, confidentiality & safety are prioritized. Demonstrates knowledge of departmental processes & procedures & ability to readily acquire new knowledge. Data Management & Analysis: Research & compiles information to support ad-hoc operational projects & initiatives. Synthesizes & analyzes data & provides detailed summaries including graphical data presentations illustrating trends & recommending practical options or solutions while considering the impact on business strategy & supporting leadership decision making. Leverages program & operational data & measurements to define & demonstrate progress, ROI & impacts. Maintains a Working Knowledge of applicable federal, state & local laws / regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices. Functional Role (not inclusive of titles or advancement career progression): Supports customer relations, physician relations, patient care & hospital business services by performing administrative & scheduling for multiple areas. Specialist I Responsible for pre-registration, scheduling, electronically verifying insurance eligibility & accurately identifying & collecting patient financial responsibility. Handles complex scheduled events, including high dollar testing, associated studies & those with study specific instructions & communicates effectively to service delivery areas to maximize patient flow & customer service. Begins the overall patient experience & initiate the billing process for any services provided by the hospital.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) to Five (5) years' experience in area of expertise such as scheduling, financial clearance, or patient access.
National certification in HFMA CRCR or NAHAM CHAA required within one (1) year of hire.
Must be proficient in the use of Patient Registration/Patient Accounting systems & related software systems.
EPIC experience is highly desired.
Must be able to work remotely without distractions.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher is preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of scheduling with mastery in at least three (3) or more modalities & insurance verification processes with three (3) years scheduling experience in an acute care setting
Experience in complex facility based ancillary testing across multiple facilities/states
Strong knowledge of third-party & government payer billing & reimbursement guidelines as well as department performance standards & policies & procedures.

Responsibilities

Responsible for pre-registration, scheduling, electronically verifying insurance eligibility & accurately identifying & collecting patient financial responsibility.
Handles complex scheduled events, including high dollar testing, associated studies & those with study specific instructions & communicates effectively to service delivery areas to maximize patient flow & customer service.
Begins the overall patient experience & initiates the billing process for any services provided by the hospital.
Research, collect & analyze information.
Identifies opportunities, develops solutions, & leads through resolution.
Collaborates on performance improvement activities as indicated by outcomes in program efficiency & patient experience.
Adheres to departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Utilizes multiple system applications to perform analysis, create reports & develop educational materials.
Incorporates basic knowledge of Trinity Health policies, practices & processes to ensure quality, confidentiality & safety are prioritized.
Demonstrates knowledge of departmental processes & procedures & ability to readily acquire new knowledge.
Research & compiles information to support ad-hoc operational projects & initiatives.
Synthesizes & analyzes data & provides detailed summaries including graphical data presentations illustrating trends & recommending practical options or solutions while considering the impact on business strategy & supporting leadership decision making.
Leverages program & operational data & measurements to define & demonstrate progress, ROI & impacts.
Maintains a Working Knowledge of applicable federal, state & local laws / regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices.
Supports customer relations, physician relations, patient care & hospital business services by performing administrative & scheduling for multiple areas.