Admissions Coordinator - Patient Access, Various Shifts at Guidehouse
Birmingham, AL
About the Job
Job Family:
Admitting Representative
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
The Admitting Representative coordinates or manages inpatient and outpatient admissions. Registers incoming patients, enters information on admitting forms, explains hospital regulations, and assigns patients to rooms based on the nature of the illness and the type of accommodations available. May prepare identification bracelets and assist in insurance matters. Serves as a liaison between patients, their families, visitors, and the hospital (administration, management, hospital staff, medical staff, etc).
Location: UAB Main and Gardendale
Shift: Days, Evenings, and Nights - Full Time and Part Time
Schedule: Various shifts available, must work 1 shift every other weekend
Responsibilities and Duties:
Responsible for obtaining complete and accurate demographic and financial information from a variety of sources, including patient interviews physician offices and in-house departments.
Obtains required signatures on legal consents and insurance forms.
Performs required pre-certification, credit referral or deposit collection. Enters data in computer and thoroughly documents any incomplete admissions/registrations in manner prescribed. Obtains pre-certification, referral or authorization number and updates patient's file.
Notifies patients, family members, physicians and/or supervisors of insurance coverage issues, notifies patients of co-payments, deductibles or deposits needed, documenting all information in computer system.
Reviews Physician’s orders for completion and ensures all required information is listed.
Completes Medicare Compliance and obtains ABN if necessary.
Knowledge of all Federal, State and Local Laws pertaining to insurance rules and regulations.
Utilizes multiple computer systems.
Maintains positive customer service at all times, referring unresolved issues to appropriate supervisor.
Answers telephone calls. Follows pre-established script and provide assistance to callers.
Completes all shift duties in a timely and accurate manner.
Complies with all safety regulations, policies, and procedures as defined by the client.
What You Will Need:
High School Diploma or equivalent
1 year experience in a hospital setting, medical office, or heavy customer service environment.
What Would Be Nice to Have:
1 year of experience working in Patient Access
Ability to type a minimum of 35 WPM.
Familiarity with medical terminology
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What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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