Location(s): Illinois, United States ⋅ Elmhurst, Illinois, United States
Experience Level(s): Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s): Customer Success & Support
Position Highlights:
Position: Patient Access Representative
Location: Elmhurst
Part Time
Hours: 3p-5p M-T-Th-F with rotating weekends and holiday schedules
What you will need:
Required Education and/or Experience:
High School diploma or GED
Manual dexterity to operate various office machines
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
Associate degree in business or healthcare
Minimum one to two years of registration, scheduling, patient accounts, cash collections or customer service experience in a healthcare setting
Knowledge of health insurances, medical terminology and anatomy
Strong data entry and keyboarding skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Bilingual skills
Required License and/or Certification:
A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.
General Summary:
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, responsible for providing in-patient, out-patient, emergency room, immediate care and same day surgery patients with timely and accurate pre-registrations, registrations, order management, charge capture, cash collection functions and medical information systems. Collects, analyzes and records demographic, insurance/financial and clinical data from multiple sources and obtains other information and signatures necessary for the above processes. Screens for third-party eligibility and enters medical necessity coding to ensure accurate payment is secured. Interacts in a customer-focused manner to ensure the needs of patients and their families are met and that they understand the hospital's revenue cycle expectations, including resolution of personal liabilities through various payment options.
Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development