Team Leader Patient Access, FT Rotating (54692)
About The Position
Under the direction of the Patient Access Manager, admits, registers, and pre-registers patients in a courteous, professional and timely manner. Provides leadership and guidance to the Patient Access Associates to include, but not limited to, pre-registration, admissions, insurance verification, authorizations, pre-certification, collection of patient payments prior to services and financial screening for EPCH programs. Oversees the daily workflow, completion of work and provides support in problem resolution and identification. Performs the duties of the Patient Access Associate as necessary.
Requirements
- Two (2) years healthcare admitting experience or work experience in a related healthcare, business or finance position.
- High school education or GED.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity of ICD9 coding.
- Maintaining an efficient day-to-day workflow within a constantly changing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate employees.
- Ability to identify priorities and perform independently due to de-centralization of admission areas.
- Ability to work with diverse personalities and conflicting requests.
- Remaining current on insurance payers and Medicare requirements for admission and ancillary services.
- Ability to work in challenging situations, i.e. interpersonal conflicts, staff shortages.
- Ability to deal tactfully with Employees, patients, visitors and the general public.
- PC experience with Microsoft word, excel and graphics.
- Bilingual English/Spanish required.
Nice To Haves
- Some college preferred.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
