Apprentice – Patient Access – Emergency Department Position Available In Cumberland, Maine
Tallo's Job Summary: The Apprentice Patient Access Emergency Department role at MaineHealth in Portland, Maine, is an entry-level position responsible for scheduling, pre-registering, registering, and admitting patients. This role requires conveying a caring and professional attitude, determining insurance coverage, and providing financial counseling. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and previous clerical healthcare experience. Apply now to join a team that values inclusivity and professional growth.
Job Description
Apprentice•Patient Access•Emergency Department at MaineHealth in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description Description Maine Medical Center Clerical/Administrative Support
Req #: 14960
Summary:
The Apprentice•Patient Access•Emergency Department role is the entry role for Patient Access and Schedules, Pre-Registers, Registers and admits patients to the hospital. Serves as the first contact for many patients. Must convey a caring and professional attitude for all patients and visitors. Determines insurance coverage, eligibility and performs required pre-authorization procedures. Maintains patient care unit control for all bedded units. Provides comprehensive financial counseling and assistance. Establishes and monitors each patient’s account prior to their visit, during inpatient stays, and up to 5 days post discharge. Ensures the accuracy of the patient’s unique identification number and the demographic and financial information use to create an electronic bill. Informs patient of estimated financial responsibilities and collects up-front payments and Co-payments based on the estimate.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education:
High school diploma or GED preferred.
License/Certifications:
N/A
Experience:
Previous clerical healthcare and customer service experience preferred.
Additional Skills/Requirements Required:
N/A
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:
N/A Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them•both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual’s needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow•programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact Kerry A. Huckins at kerry.huckins2@mainehealth.org MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
