PT ACCESS SPECIALIST

PAY RATE: $17.80 - $24.04

BASED ON RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

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• Retirement + matching

• Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year

• Onsite childcare - Quincy

• 24/7 Wellness Center access

• Educational assistance opportunities

JOB SUMMARY

This position conducts professional patient interviews obtaining demographic, financial, and biographical information. The Patient Registration Specialist is responsible for obtaining information to appropriately bill payers, verify patient insurance eligibility, confirm benefits eligibility, collect point of service payments, determine medical necessity, and gather statistical information in compliance with federal and state regulations.

This position performs registration duties throughout the facility; included but not limited to Patient Access 11th, Emergency Department, Walk-In Clinic, etc. The Patient Registration Specialist must be flexible, adaptable, and willing to work in all Patient Access areas. The Patient Registration Specialist is responsible for the delivery of quality performance and service excellence.

This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Process (PIP) at Blessing Hospital.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training/Experience:

REQUIRED:

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent with GED

• Positive interpersonal relationship skills required.

• Complete Medical Terminology Course within 6 months of hire.

• Computer literacy required, including the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and other office products

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent customer services skills, ability to independently problem-solve, and perform basic mathematical calculations

• Demonstrate ability to multi-task and work independently using critical thinking skills.

PREFERRED:

• Some College preferred

• Medical Terminology preferred

• One year of clerical and customer service experience preferred

Pay Status:

NON-EXEMPT HOURLY

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