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Patient Services Representative I, Ophthalmology

Patient Services Representative I, Ophthalmology

205 Wake Forest Health Network, LLCE Hartley Dr,NC,High Point
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Department :

02270 WFBMG Wake Forest Health Network : High Point Oak Hollow - Ophthalmology

Status : Full time

Benefits Eligible : Hou rs Per Week :

Schedule Details / Additional Information :

Weekdays

Patient Service Representative I

Position Highlights :

  • Shift Schedule : Full Time (40 hours), day shift
  • Department :   Ophthalmology
  • Location : High Point, NC

What We Offer :

  • Generous PTO :   Accrue up to 25 days / year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
  • Education Reimbursement :  We invest in your professional growth, offering up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor’s degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree.
  • Wellness Incentives :  Take advantage of up to $1,350 per year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program, prioritizing your well-being.
  • Parental Benefits :  We understand the importance of family, providing six weeks of paid birthing-mother maternity leave and four weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Retirement :  Secure your financial future with up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.

    • What You'll Do :  The Patient Services Representative I (PSR) is responsible for completing patient registration duties including but not limited to collecting and validating accurate patient demographic and insurance information, obtaining pre-certification or authorization as required, and entering all necessary information into Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist (AHWFB) ADT system. The PSR is responsible for informing the patient of their estimated liability, collecting patient liabilities, identifying patients in need of financial assistance and referring patients to financial counseling as necessary. This position requires multi-tasking and effective problem solving skills. It is expected that the PSR will foster positive relationships with all patients in an effort to provide quality service.

    1. Greets patients arriving for their appointments. Monitors patient flow to ensure patients are cared for in the most efficient and courteous manner.

    2. Ensures all patient demographic and insurance information is complete and accurate

    3. Completes the registration process on walk-in patients, verifies and / or updates patient demographic and insurance information if changes or additions have occurred

    4. Verifies insurance benefits. Obtains, calculates and collects the patient's out of pocket financial liability. Requests and collects past due and present balances or estimates due

    5. Follows the Financial Clearance policy for non-urgent patient services if financial clearance has not been completed or authorization has not been obtained, when appropriate

    6. Identifies patients in need of financial assistance and refers patients to Financial Counselor

    7. Performs visit closure, including but not limited to checking out patients, scheduling follow-up appointment(s), collecting additional patient responsibility (when applicable) and providing patient with appropriate documents.

    8. Maintains knowledge of and reference materials of the following : Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements, guidelines and policies, insurance plans requiring pre-authorization / referral and a list of current accepted insurance plans.

    9. Proactively communicates issues involving customer service and process improvement opportunities to management

    10. Meets productivity requirements to ensure excellent service is provided to customers

    11. Meets or exceeds performance expectations of 98% accuracy rate and established department productivity measurements.

    12. Maintains excellent public relations with patients, families, and clinical staff as well as demonstrates a willingness and ability to work collaboratively with others for concise and timely flow of information.

    What You'll Need :

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Patient access (scheduling, registration and financial clearance), insurance verification, billing or certified medical assistant experience preferred.

    • The ideal candidate will also possess the following skills :

  • Ability to identify and understand issues and problems.
  • Examines data and draws logical conclusions based on information available
  • Knowledge and ability to articulate explanations of Medicare, HIPAA, and EMTALA rules and regulations and comply with updates on insurance pre-certification requirements Mathematical aptitude, effective oral and written communication skills and critical thinking skills
  • Understanding of basic human anatomy, medical terminology and procedures for application in the patient referral, pre-certification and authorization processes.
  • Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of the organization; presents a pleasant, professional demeanor and image during telephone conversation
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information according to internal policies
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel and ADT software
  • Ability to write routine correspondence, calculate figures and amounts such as discounts and percentages
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision, to problem solve in a high profile and high stress area and interact positively with all internal and external customers while possessing the ability to determine priority of work

    • Pay Range

    20.40 - $30.60

    Our Commitment to You :

    Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards : benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including :

    Compensation

  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and / or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

    • Benefits and more

  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

    • About Advocate Health

    is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names in Illinois; in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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