PATIENT ACCESS REPS

LONG TERM CONTRACT

PALO ALtO, CA

HIRING NOW!!

Option 1 Staffing has 9 openings for Patient Access Representatives. The ideal candidate(s) will be responsible for completing patient admissions and registration functions. Identifies patients’ insurance coverage or existing financial resources to pay for medical care and services. Handles routine customer service inquiries and concerns. Processes necessary admission/registration paperwork and obtains necessary documents for billing and compliance requirements. The PAR I position is intended as an entry-level position for individuals with limited background in patient admitting/registration, recent graduates from trade schools and training programs, and/or experience in non-healthcare with customer service background.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assures secure handling and accurate recording of payments collected at the point-of-service delivery
• Builds a foundational understanding of the different health insurance coverage options and the related processes and procedures.
• Able to handle routine/simple patient escalations and perform service recovery.
• Escalates any advanced or complex registrations to a more experienced team member.
• Greets patients and begins the registration process. Maintains professional communication with various PAS staff, medical center staff, physicians, guests, and patients regarding the admitting/registration services. Communication may consist of telephone correspondence, email, or in person contact.
• Meets weekly individual productivity and key performance indicators and standards while following planned priorities as set by the department leadership team.
• Provides excellent customer service to all individuals with whom the employee has contact.
• The specific job duties will be comprised of a combination of responsibilities for all areas of Patient Access Service operations.

MINMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Language: Bilingual preferred (English and Spanish).
• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
• Ability to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area. Knowledge of Medical Terminology such as Medicare, Medi-Cal, Workers Comp, Managed Care (HMO, PPO, POS, etc.), Children’s Health Programs (CCS, GHPP, Healthy Families, etc.)

Fir immediate consideration, please apply!