Specialist I, Scheduling, Patient Access-Central Scheduling-Full time days

Trinity Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety. Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Specialist I Purpose: Uses specialized knowledge to support key areas of the organization related to an area of expertise. Uses data, research analysis, critical thinking & problem-solving skills to support colleagues & leadership in achieving organization’s strategic objectives. Serves as a peer influencer & may direct a project or project team by applying industry experience & specialized knowledge. Note: “patients” refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customers, members Work Focus: Researches, collects & analyzes information. Identifies opportunities, develops solutions, & leads through resolution. Collaborates on performance improvement activities as indicated by outcomes in program efficiency & patient experience. Responsible for distribution of analytical reports. 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. This position will be on-site Functional Role: Specialist I Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of financial clearance and insurance verification processes with two (2) years of financial clearance experience in an acute care setting. Responsible for all pre-service account’s financial clearance and collection prior to the date of service Obtains and verifies accurate insurance information, benefit validation, authorization, and preservice collections. Begins the overall patient experience and initiates 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 possess a comprehensive knowledge of financial clearance and insurance verification processes with two (2) years of financial clearance experience in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all pre-service account’s financial clearance and collection prior to the date of service
Obtains and verifies accurate insurance information, benefit validation, authorization, and preservice collections.
Begins the overall patient experience and initiates the billing process for any services provided by the hospital.