ARMA Ins. Verification Rep 1 Position Available In Watauga, North Carolina

Job Description:

Position Overview Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role isessential, please read the below carefully. The Admissions and Pre-certification Specialist is responsible forobtaining pre-certification information for all admissions,verifying insurance coverage, and coordinating pre-admissioncertification. This role supports patient registration andadmitting functions while ensuring a seamless and exceptionalpatient experience. The Admissions and Pre-certification Specialistworks directly with insurance providers, healthcare teams, andpatients to verify benefits, network status, and financialresponsibilities. Compensation is commensurate upon education, experience,certification, and internal equity. Hiring compensation rangestarts from $15.75 per hour. The Perks and Benefits Collaborative environment: Work alongside dedicated professionalsin a mission-driven healthcare organization.

Professional development:

We offer ongoing training, tuitionreimbursement, and participation in our Career PathwaysProgram.

Impactful work:

Help ensure a smooth admissions process andfinancial clarity for patients.

Location perks:

Boone, NC, offers outdoor activities, shopping,dining, breweries, and cultural attractions.

Top-tier community:

Boone boasts a top-rated public school systemand is home to Appalachian State University. Compensation is commensurate upon education & experience – range is$15.75 per hour or more. Benefits begin the first of the monthfollowing 60 days of employment from the new hire orientation date.

This position is non-exempt and includes shift differentials forqualified shifts. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and visioninsurance, as well as HSA. Supplemental insurance covering short- and long-term disability,accident, life, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identitytheft protection, and legal assistance. Student loan refinancing and tuition reimbursement for qualifyingemployees. 403(b) retirement plan with employer match. Paid time off (PTO): Front-loaded for the first year, with acash-out option available for qualifying employees.

Paid parental leave:

Two weeks of paid leave within the first sixmonths of birth/adoption. Employee wellness program –

Love Your Life:

Award-winning voluntarywellness program with incentives. Employee to Employee (E2E) program: A voluntary, employee-fundedassistance program.

Additional employee perks:

Discounts for Dollywood, Biltmore,Tweetsie Railroad, and more. Take a virtual tour of our new Schaefer Family Patient Care Tower[here]. Key Responsibilities Obtain pre-certification and benefits verification for all patientadmissions. Contact insurance providers to verify coverage, network status, andfinancial obligations. Process patient registration and admission information accuratelyand efficiently. Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare providers tofacilitate a seamless admission process. Maintain compliance with hospital policies, insurance regulations,and patient confidentiality standards. Provide exceptional customer service to enhance the patientexperience. Position Requirements Minimum Education High school diploma or GED required. Experience Three to six months of experience in a medical office, clinic, oracute care setting preferred. Required Registration/License/Certification N/A Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of patient admissions and scheduling processes. Strong communication skills for patient interactions, insuranceverification, and care coordination. Proficiency in computer systems, faxing, phone operations, anddocument scanning. Attention to compliance, detail, and financial accuracy. Ability to provide exceptional customer service to patients,families, and staff. Physical Demands Lifts, pushes, and pulls up to 50 lbs. Manual dexterity and mobility required. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking > 7 hours per day. Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and turning. Near acuity for computer and document review tasks. Working Conditions Regular exposure to bloodborne diseases. Exposure to electrical, mechanical, and power equipmenthazards. Odorous chemicals, specimens, and unpleasant elements (e.g.,accidents, slippery surfaces). Handles emergency situations and crisis response. Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends,holidays). About UNC Health Appalachian UNC Health Appalachian, the leader in High Country healthcare,consists of three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. JonesRegional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and AppalachianRegional Healthcare Foundation. We are committed to improvinghealth, enhancing quality of life, and making life better for ourcommunity. About UNC Health UNC Health is a state entity affiliated with the University ofNorth Carolina system, operating 14 hospitals, 18 hospitalcampuses, and over 500 clinics. Over the past three years, UNCHealth has provided $400+ million in uncompensated or charity careto North Carolina residents. UNC Health Appalachian values diversity and does not discriminatebased on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protectedstatus. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and arecommitted to a fair and inclusive hiring process. Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon thesuccessful completion of a background check and drug screening. Foraccommodations or additional information, contactarhsrecruitment@unchealth.unc.edu. #IND789

Location:

UNC Health Appalachian –

Pre-Certs Schedule:

Full-time, Days, 8am-5pm