United Wound Healing
Intake Specialist (In-Office if Local / Remote if Non-Local)
United Wound Healing, Puyallup, Washington, United States, 98374
Intake Specialist (In-Office if Local / Remote if Non-Local)
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Our mission is to change wound care and improve the lives of others. One in ten residents in a skilled nursing facility develops a skin condition requiring expert medical care. We believe that every person deserves the very best wound care.
This role is onsite for candidates within commuting distance of our Puyallup office and remote for those outside the local area.
Base pay range $19.00/hr – $23.00/hr
Main Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to)
Audit patient intake packet and identify a new patient versus a readmitted patient
Create patient profile and ensure correct data entry of demographics
Accurately verify eligibility for each insurance payer identified, and update patient profile with correct COB
Navigate multiple insurance payer sites to verify patient eligibility
Make outbound calls to insurance eligibility departments
Collaborate with facility's business office regarding insurance verification
Verify possible Medicaid coverage for every registration
Identify payers where prior authorization is needed and submit authorization request accordingly
Create detailed documentation surrounding work performed on each individual account
Prioritize registration completion based on urgency and day of wound rounds
Respond to intake inquiries via email and/or phone
Complete accurate and timely data entry of the patient's past medical history and allergies
Ensure all patient visits are added on the provider's daily census within EMR
Prep new patient electronic chart for providers
Answer incoming business office phone line
Other duties as assigned
Skills Required to Succeed
1-2 years of medical billing experience and working with insurance companies is required
Must live in one of the following states: WA, OR, ID, UT, AZ, TX, VA, FL, GA, PA, IA
Acute attention to detail with a self-sufficient work ethic
Excellent organization and time‑management skills
Ability to prioritize workload and work with a strong sense of urgency when time‑sensitive situations arise
Proficient with computers and navigating multiple applications
Proficient in MS Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word)
Strong verbal and written communication; customer‑service oriented; able to listen and communicate effectively with leadership, providers, and co‑workers
Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations including HIPAA and OSHA
Ability to collaborate with UWH team members electronically via email, messaging and phone calls
Goal‑oriented and a consistent performer
Self‑motivated, punctual, dependable and able to work independently
Trustworthy, honest and professional attitude
Location: In‑office for local candidates (commuting distance of Puyallup, WA) – Remote option for qualified candidates outside the area.
Compensation: $19.00 – $23.00 hourly – DOE & location.
This position is classified as Hourly, Non‑Exempt; Full‑Time employment.
Hours: Monday through Friday; 7:30 am – 4:00 pm PST, occasional overtime depending on claim volume.
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Orthodontic/Vision/RX – 80% employee coverage of monthly premiums; HSA matching; dependent coverage available at employee’s expense
Employer‑Sponsored Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
Voluntary Supplemental Insurance: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, STD, Life
Paid Time Off: Accrual up to 132 hrs (16.5 days) in first year based on FTE status, 8 paid holidays for full‑time employees
401(k) match on first 4%
Core values that promote work‑life harmony
Work with amazing people who recognize each other’s wins and avoid gossip or drama
Website: www.unitedwoundhealing.com
We are a drug‑free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check.
EEO.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Our mission is to change wound care and improve the lives of others. One in ten residents in a skilled nursing facility develops a skin condition requiring expert medical care. We believe that every person deserves the very best wound care.
This role is onsite for candidates within commuting distance of our Puyallup office and remote for those outside the local area.
Base pay range $19.00/hr – $23.00/hr
Main Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to)
Audit patient intake packet and identify a new patient versus a readmitted patient
Create patient profile and ensure correct data entry of demographics
Accurately verify eligibility for each insurance payer identified, and update patient profile with correct COB
Navigate multiple insurance payer sites to verify patient eligibility
Make outbound calls to insurance eligibility departments
Collaborate with facility's business office regarding insurance verification
Verify possible Medicaid coverage for every registration
Identify payers where prior authorization is needed and submit authorization request accordingly
Create detailed documentation surrounding work performed on each individual account
Prioritize registration completion based on urgency and day of wound rounds
Respond to intake inquiries via email and/or phone
Complete accurate and timely data entry of the patient's past medical history and allergies
Ensure all patient visits are added on the provider's daily census within EMR
Prep new patient electronic chart for providers
Answer incoming business office phone line
Other duties as assigned
Skills Required to Succeed
1-2 years of medical billing experience and working with insurance companies is required
Must live in one of the following states: WA, OR, ID, UT, AZ, TX, VA, FL, GA, PA, IA
Acute attention to detail with a self-sufficient work ethic
Excellent organization and time‑management skills
Ability to prioritize workload and work with a strong sense of urgency when time‑sensitive situations arise
Proficient with computers and navigating multiple applications
Proficient in MS Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word)
Strong verbal and written communication; customer‑service oriented; able to listen and communicate effectively with leadership, providers, and co‑workers
Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations including HIPAA and OSHA
Ability to collaborate with UWH team members electronically via email, messaging and phone calls
Goal‑oriented and a consistent performer
Self‑motivated, punctual, dependable and able to work independently
Trustworthy, honest and professional attitude
Location: In‑office for local candidates (commuting distance of Puyallup, WA) – Remote option for qualified candidates outside the area.
Compensation: $19.00 – $23.00 hourly – DOE & location.
This position is classified as Hourly, Non‑Exempt; Full‑Time employment.
Hours: Monday through Friday; 7:30 am – 4:00 pm PST, occasional overtime depending on claim volume.
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Orthodontic/Vision/RX – 80% employee coverage of monthly premiums; HSA matching; dependent coverage available at employee’s expense
Employer‑Sponsored Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
Voluntary Supplemental Insurance: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, STD, Life
Paid Time Off: Accrual up to 132 hrs (16.5 days) in first year based on FTE status, 8 paid holidays for full‑time employees
401(k) match on first 4%
Core values that promote work‑life harmony
Work with amazing people who recognize each other’s wins and avoid gossip or drama
Website: www.unitedwoundhealing.com
We are a drug‑free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check.
EEO.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Get notified about new Intake Specialist jobs in Puyallup, WA.
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