Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Great opportunity for a Patient Access Representative professional to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Be Remarkable!

Position Summary

In an outpatient or urgent care setting, greets patients and family members and obtains and verifies demographic, clinical, financial and insurance information in the process of registering patients for service delivery. Enters patient/guarantor data in patient accounting system; collects patient signatures on forms; and scans registration documents.  Obtains and processes signed physician orders, conducts online insurance eligibility/benefit verification on designated cases, notifies patient/guarantor and collects patient liabilities, and refers appropriate cases to financial counseling for follow-up and consultation.  May provide escort and directional support to patients, family members and visitors.  Enhances the patient experience throughout all patient interactions, the majority of which are face-to-face.

What the Patient Access Representative Will Need

• Required: High school diploma.  Preferred: Associate’s Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  Data entry skills (50-60 keystrokes per minutes). Prefer one year of applicable experience in a healthcare provider or payer environment.

• Must have fluid experience with various software programs and ability use multiple systems to obtain or validate information during the interview process.

• Required: Basic computer skills.  Preferred: Working knowledge of medical terminology.

What the Patient Access Representative Will Do

• Ensures patient safety by authenticating patient identity throughout all essential functions.

• Performs patient registration tasks including interviewing patient to collect data; creating Electronic Medical Records; validating and entering data related to procedures, tests and diagnoses; confirming patient identity; and preparing patient identification forms.

• Assigns appropriate payor or guarantor based on visit/encounter to comply with HIPAA compliance to ensure prompt billing cycle.

• Acquires necessary documents including patient identification, insurance cards, consent to treatment, assignment of benefits, release of information, waivers, ABNs, advance directives, etc.  Identifies need for patient/guarantor signature based on patient encounter/visit. Obtains or scans documents as needed.

In return for your talents, we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes

• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Note:

Bargaining unit employees are governed by the terms and conditions of their respective collective bargaining agreements, which supersede the Employment-At-Will Statement.  

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.