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Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital
Patient Access Specialist - Emergency Department
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What they do
A Registrar or Patient Service Representative provides direct assistance to patients at a health care or long term care facility. Answers questions and helps resolve complaints; provides liaison with health care providers; may assist with coordinating appointments or addressing billing or insurance issues.
$44,891 / year median in Wisconsin
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Patient Access Specialist Responsibilities:
A Patient Access Specialist serves as the first point of contact for Froedtert South. The position is accountable for appointment scheduling, patient check-in, registration, coverage management, patient portal sign-up, departmental support and WQ (work queue) management. Executes arrival registration by adhering to registration standards Accurately identifies and enters patient's insurance coverage Manages and resolves departmental assigned WQs Performs insurance verifications Registers patients for outpatient tests and procedures Performs direct admission workflow Provides departmental support Proficient use of healthcare software utilizing established standardsPatient Access Specialist Requirements:
High School or Equivalent (GED) 6 months - 1 year Formal education beyond high school in Business or Healthcare or equivalent experience preferred. Formal education beyond high school in Business or Healthcare or equivalent experience preferred. Excellent computer and customer services skills. Knowledge of medical terminology; ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes and use. Familiarity with internet, email and Microsoft office. Effective written and verbal communication skills required. Demonstrates ability to efficiently organize work, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and productivity. Experience in patient registration, insurance verification and health insurance plans.Salary Range:
$17.00 to $25.25/hr (based on experience) Night and evening shift differentialBenefits:
Medical, dental and vision benefits available 403(b) company match available Tuition reimbursement Employee discount program Competitive PTOBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Health Insurance