Patient Access Representative Childrens Specialized Hosp - 3.8 Union, NJ Job Details Full-time $20.63 - $25.71 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Prescription drug insurance Pet insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Req #: 0000256402

Category:

Revenue Cycle and Patient Access Status:

Full-Time Shift:

Day Facility:

Childrens Specialized Hosp Department:

Patient Access Services Pay Range:

$20.63 - $25.71 per hour

Location:

2840 Morris Ave., Union, NJ 07083

Job Title:

Patient Access Representative Location:

Union (UNC)

Department Name:

Patient Access Services Req #: 0000256402

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Day Pay Range:

$20.63 - $25.71 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Patient Access Representative I position plays a key role in the health system and in providing excellent customer service while ensuring timely throughput and capturing all necessary data timely.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma required

Customer Service Experience Preferred:

Patient Access Experience preferred Knowledge in all aspects of registration, Non-Federal and Federal billing regulations, and state programs such as Charity Care Medical terminology and computer skills Epic HB preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

Weekend hours required Full-time, Days, 40 hours E ssential

Functions:

The Patient Access Representative I is responsible to greet all patients in a timely and friendly manner, A core function of this position is to ensure that all customers, external and internal, are treated with the highest level of respect, Clearly review and communicate all forms and obtain required signatures for services provided, The Patient Access Representative I ensures accuracy and thoroughness in collection and documentation of the patients demographic and insurance information and utilizes the technology available to complete the registration, The Patient Access Representative I participates in creating a positive environment for patient and colleague satisfaction, Provides excellent customer service to all patients, colleagues and other external and internal customers Interviews patients, family members and other responsible parties to gather pertinent demographic and financial information, for scheduling, preregistration and or registration based on assigned work Obtains and documents all demographic information to accurately identify the patient Obtains insurance information, completes insurance verification and verifies appropriate authorization status, if required, Ensures that all orders prescriptions are compliant with appropriate signatures, proper documentation of diagnosis, patient identifiers and are linked to the correct encounter, as applicable, Meets and exceeds department goals including accuracy, point of service collections and productivity Ensures all required forms are provided, reviewed, properly explained and signed by the patient or an approved person on behalf of the patient Informs patient of financial responsibility and collects appropriate dollar amount for services to be rendered Demonstrates proficiency in the entire preadmission, registration, and financial clearance processes Demonstrates a high level of efficiency, accuracy and productivity Complies with organizational, facility, and departmental policies Maintains department productivity by asking for additional duties when patient flow permits Demonstrates initiative and motivation in role proactively identifies and resolves problems in an appropriate manner and escalates issues to leadership when necessary Reflects commitment to building a supportive work environment and maintains a positive attitude Works closely and professionally with nursing and ancillary departments to foster a team environment Participate in training all training both formally assigned, newsletters, job aides, in services, staff meetings, huddles and facility assigned trainings, Other duties as assigned

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer