Patient Access Representative - Emergency Registration
Phoenix Children's, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Overview
Patient Access Representative - Emergency Registration
— Department: PCH-MAIN | ED Registration. Location: Phoenix. Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Days/Vary, Nights, 6:30pm-7am. Category: Patient Access. Posting #: 1015285. Employee Type: PRN.
The Patient Access Representative performs efficient and orderly registration of all patients. Acts as primary liaison for patients receiving professional and hospital services at Phoenix Children's. Prepares admission forms, obtains necessary documentation and signatures, and confirms demographic information when the patient and/or guarantor present for services. Collects co-pay and deductible amounts at time of service. Some travel from site to site may be necessary based on business needs of the department.
Responsibilities
Arrives patients who present for professional and hospital services that have been pre-registered and collect co-pay and deductible amounts. Obtains all necessary signatures from the Guarantor at the time of registration or arrival.
Accurately documents all information in the appropriate fields and/or account notes. Maintains accuracy when entering demographic and insurance information in the system.
Courteously answers the telephone and answers all questions in a timely manner.
Identifies and refers uninsured and underinsured patients to the Financial Counselor.
Inquires patient account system(s) to identify any previous unpaid liability in AMPFM/Misys.
Maintains a positive working relationship with patients/guarantors, insurance companies, government entities, clinical personnel, co-workers and management to promote teamwork, cooperation and a positive public image for Phoenix Children's.
Organizes, prioritizes, and monitors daily work activity to ensure that complete, accurate, and compliant registration has been performed in a timely manner.
Participates in a variety of unit and hospital educational programs to maintain current skill and competency levels.
Performs registration in appropriate HIS system, verifies insurance coverage, obtains authorization for patients who present for professional and hospital services and have not been pre-registered.
Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Position Qualifications
Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Associate's Degree in Healthcare, Business or related field. (Preferred)
Experience
1 year of related office or retail experience including direct customer contact and service, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience. (Preferred)
AMPFM, Misys, or HIS platform experience. (Preferred)
Special Skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills, professional demeanor, team player with a customer-focused attitude.
Knowledge of Medical Terminology and ICD-9/CPT codes and an understanding of HIPAA privacy laws.
Ability to speak and write Spanish. (Preferred)
Follow any payer or governmental requirement as required by organization. (Required)
Additional Requirements
Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association. (Preferred)
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure
Climbing - Occasionally
Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Occasionally
Fine Motor Skills - Occasionally
Hearing - Frequently
Pushing/pulling - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Occasionally
Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
Walking - Frequently
Near Vision - Occasionally
Far Vision - Occasionally
Color Discrimination - Occasionally
Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly
Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
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Patient Access Representative - Emergency Registration
— Department: PCH-MAIN | ED Registration. Location: Phoenix. Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Days/Vary, Nights, 6:30pm-7am. Category: Patient Access. Posting #: 1015285. Employee Type: PRN.
The Patient Access Representative performs efficient and orderly registration of all patients. Acts as primary liaison for patients receiving professional and hospital services at Phoenix Children's. Prepares admission forms, obtains necessary documentation and signatures, and confirms demographic information when the patient and/or guarantor present for services. Collects co-pay and deductible amounts at time of service. Some travel from site to site may be necessary based on business needs of the department.
Responsibilities
Arrives patients who present for professional and hospital services that have been pre-registered and collect co-pay and deductible amounts. Obtains all necessary signatures from the Guarantor at the time of registration or arrival.
Accurately documents all information in the appropriate fields and/or account notes. Maintains accuracy when entering demographic and insurance information in the system.
Courteously answers the telephone and answers all questions in a timely manner.
Identifies and refers uninsured and underinsured patients to the Financial Counselor.
Inquires patient account system(s) to identify any previous unpaid liability in AMPFM/Misys.
Maintains a positive working relationship with patients/guarantors, insurance companies, government entities, clinical personnel, co-workers and management to promote teamwork, cooperation and a positive public image for Phoenix Children's.
Organizes, prioritizes, and monitors daily work activity to ensure that complete, accurate, and compliant registration has been performed in a timely manner.
Participates in a variety of unit and hospital educational programs to maintain current skill and competency levels.
Performs registration in appropriate HIS system, verifies insurance coverage, obtains authorization for patients who present for professional and hospital services and have not been pre-registered.
Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Position Qualifications
Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Associate's Degree in Healthcare, Business or related field. (Preferred)
Experience
1 year of related office or retail experience including direct customer contact and service, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience. (Preferred)
AMPFM, Misys, or HIS platform experience. (Preferred)
Special Skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills, professional demeanor, team player with a customer-focused attitude.
Knowledge of Medical Terminology and ICD-9/CPT codes and an understanding of HIPAA privacy laws.
Ability to speak and write Spanish. (Preferred)
Follow any payer or governmental requirement as required by organization. (Required)
Additional Requirements
Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association. (Preferred)
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure
Climbing - Occasionally
Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Occasionally
Fine Motor Skills - Occasionally
Hearing - Frequently
Pushing/pulling - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Occasionally
Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
Walking - Frequently
Near Vision - Occasionally
Far Vision - Occasionally
Color Discrimination - Occasionally
Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly
Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
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