What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Access Assistant | Northway position at CentraCare?
JOB SUMMARY:
Performs registration duties requiring independent analysis, exercise of judgment and detailed knowledge of facility procedures related to work performed. Responsible for obtaining and identifying information necessary to produce billable patient accounts. Supports and implements patient safety and other safety practices as appropriate. Supports and demonstrates Family Centered Care principles when interacting with patients and their families and with co-workers.
Location: CentraCare Northway Building, Family Health Center
Schedule: Full-time | 80 Hours Every Two Weeks | Monday- Friday | 7:00a.m.- 5:00p.m. | 8-hour shifts
What you will do:
- Registering and admitting patients.
- Direct patient interaction
- Scheduling appointments
- Transmit information to other departments
- Patient insurance verification
- Process documents of a complex nature checking for accuracy and completeness
- Responsible for obtaining information necessary to produce billable patient accounts
- Support and implement patient safety and other safety practices as appropriate.
- Apply detailed knowledge of facility procedures related to the work performed
What you will receive:
- Pay starting at $17.57 per hour and up based on experience.
- An environment where employees are supported in building their skills
- Open communication and mentoring among team members and leaders
- Comprehensive Benefits package
- Paid training and orientation.
- Opportunity for growth, advancement, and career laddering
- Continuing education to remain knowledgeable in current procedures.
- CentraCare is also proud to offer other perks such as free onsite parking, tuition assistance, scholarships, wellness program with rewards and great employee discounts!
What you need:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- One to two year post high school training in clerical, secretarial or business area preferred
- One-year prior scheduling, billing, patient access, accounts receivable and/or collections experience in healthcare facility preferred.
- Customer services skills are essential
- Good verbal and written communications skills required
- Ability to exercise judgement and independent analysis
CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.
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