Citizens Health
Patient Access Authorization Representative
Citizens Health, Colby, Kansas, United States, 67701
Citizens Health is recruiting an authorization representative to work in our patient access office.
Our Mission: Enhancing the lives of those we serve.
About Us: Citizens Health is a community based, private, not-for-profit organization. It is comprised of:
Citizens Medical Center - a 25 bed critical access hospital
Family Center for Health Care - an outpatient rural health clinic
Prairie Senior - a skilled nursing facility
Citizens Clubhouse - an onsite childcare center that cares for children 6 weeks to school age for our workforce
Citizens Medical Equipment - our durable medical equipment business
Palace Drug - our outpatient pharmacy
We strive to be progressive, dependable and knowledgeable, while providing compassionate, evidence-based care to the residents of northwest Kansas.
Location: 100 E College Ave, Colby, Kansas
Position Information: Obtaining insurance benefits and authorizations.
Responsible to the Patient Access Manager.
Days: Monday through Friday
Hours: 8am through 5 pm
Pay Range: dependent upon experience.
What you'll do:
Coordinate communications between patients and medical staff Call insurance companies to verify benefits and obtain authorizations Scanning orders and other documents into the correct systems Assist registration representatives with patient registration and accounts Contact patients on the status of their order Compiling insurance and benefit information for patients that explain financial responsibilities Complete other duties as assigned. What you bring to the table: (Minimum Requirements)
High School Diploma/GED Medical terminology -preferred 2 years related clerical experience in health care setting-preferred Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports and responding correspondence. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly. To be successful within our organization you will need to: (Preferred Requirements)
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Self-starter who takes initiative, is open minded and a team player. Maintain a positive attitude with good energy. Create a positive, supportive working atmosphere. Display integrity and accountability. Accept and respond to constructive criticism and suggestions and strives for self-improvement. Adhere to organization policies and procedures. Arrive at work on time and when scheduled. Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and ingenuity in performing job tasks. Demonstrate professional conduct and maintains professional appearance. Demonstrate behavior that reflects the image of the institution. Typical Working Conditions:
Works in well-lighted and well-ventilated office. Requires intense and constant concentration, tolerance of low level noise and numerous interruptions. Must have good communication skills for interaction with all other hospital departments, patients and their families. This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
Available Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance available Pre-Tax and Roth Contributions
Automatic 6% salary deferral upon employment Regular and matching contributions after one-year and 1,000 hours worked
Provides Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Full-time coverage - equal to two times employees annual income Part-time coverage - one-time annual income
Differential and Certification Pay
Eligible employees receive shift, weekend and holiday differential pay
Other Benefits
Paid time off Student Loan reimbursement On-site child care services Funeral leave Health Savings Account Dependent, Medical and Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts The Standard Group Insurance Discounted membership rate for MASA Many More!
Visit Us at: https://cmciks.com/
Citizens Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or discharge history, or any other characteristic protected by law.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for CMCI to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either CMCI or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of CMCI has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
Citizens Medical Center, Inc. implements a Drug Free Workplace Program. Drug testing is required of applicants in accordance with relevant laws.
If you need assistance to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process, please notify the Human Resources Department (785) 460-4842, or visit their office located at 100 E. College Drive in the Annex building. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate your needs in a timely manner.
Our Mission: Enhancing the lives of those we serve.
About Us: Citizens Health is a community based, private, not-for-profit organization. It is comprised of:
Citizens Medical Center - a 25 bed critical access hospital
Family Center for Health Care - an outpatient rural health clinic
Prairie Senior - a skilled nursing facility
Citizens Clubhouse - an onsite childcare center that cares for children 6 weeks to school age for our workforce
Citizens Medical Equipment - our durable medical equipment business
Palace Drug - our outpatient pharmacy
We strive to be progressive, dependable and knowledgeable, while providing compassionate, evidence-based care to the residents of northwest Kansas.
Location: 100 E College Ave, Colby, Kansas
Position Information: Obtaining insurance benefits and authorizations.
Responsible to the Patient Access Manager.
Days: Monday through Friday
Hours: 8am through 5 pm
Pay Range: dependent upon experience.
What you'll do:
Coordinate communications between patients and medical staff Call insurance companies to verify benefits and obtain authorizations Scanning orders and other documents into the correct systems Assist registration representatives with patient registration and accounts Contact patients on the status of their order Compiling insurance and benefit information for patients that explain financial responsibilities Complete other duties as assigned. What you bring to the table: (Minimum Requirements)
High School Diploma/GED Medical terminology -preferred 2 years related clerical experience in health care setting-preferred Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports and responding correspondence. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly. To be successful within our organization you will need to: (Preferred Requirements)
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Self-starter who takes initiative, is open minded and a team player. Maintain a positive attitude with good energy. Create a positive, supportive working atmosphere. Display integrity and accountability. Accept and respond to constructive criticism and suggestions and strives for self-improvement. Adhere to organization policies and procedures. Arrive at work on time and when scheduled. Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and ingenuity in performing job tasks. Demonstrate professional conduct and maintains professional appearance. Demonstrate behavior that reflects the image of the institution. Typical Working Conditions:
Works in well-lighted and well-ventilated office. Requires intense and constant concentration, tolerance of low level noise and numerous interruptions. Must have good communication skills for interaction with all other hospital departments, patients and their families. This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
Available Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance available Pre-Tax and Roth Contributions
Automatic 6% salary deferral upon employment Regular and matching contributions after one-year and 1,000 hours worked
Provides Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Full-time coverage - equal to two times employees annual income Part-time coverage - one-time annual income
Differential and Certification Pay
Eligible employees receive shift, weekend and holiday differential pay
Other Benefits
Paid time off Student Loan reimbursement On-site child care services Funeral leave Health Savings Account Dependent, Medical and Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts The Standard Group Insurance Discounted membership rate for MASA Many More!
Visit Us at: https://cmciks.com/
Citizens Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or discharge history, or any other characteristic protected by law.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for CMCI to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either CMCI or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of CMCI has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
Citizens Medical Center, Inc. implements a Drug Free Workplace Program. Drug testing is required of applicants in accordance with relevant laws.
If you need assistance to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process, please notify the Human Resources Department (785) 460-4842, or visit their office located at 100 E. College Drive in the Annex building. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate your needs in a timely manner.