What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Access Representative - Sign on Bonus! position at Androscoggin Home Healthcare + Hospice?
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Sign on Bonus! $500!!
PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Patient Service Representative (PSR) engages and collaborates with Referral Partners to secure all required information and documentation to allow for timely coordination and delivery of services to patients referred to Androscoggin. Additionally, the PSR functions as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on policies, procedures, and requirements for all Androscoggin service lines, including Home Care; Hospice Care; Palliative Care; Virtual Health; Transitional and Community Care; and other programs necessary to help patients achieve their home healthcare goals. The PSR will effectively leverage all available resources to help our customers understand and navigate the referral process by assisting customers telephonically, electronically, or by other organization-approved means. The PSR will collect, enter, and update patient information in our Electronic Medical Record database; coordinate with appropriate departments to schedule patient appointments; and perform other functions as assigned.
EXPERIENCE: 1-2 years nursing experience in the community health setting preferred; basic computer knowledge, data entry experience required. Working knowledge of medical terminology and health insurance authorization processing preferred. Ability to serve internal and external customers in a fast-paced multi-task environment.