Job Description
**Job Overview:**
The Patient Access Representative accurately and promptly collects all
pertinent information at the initial point of registration to ensure the
proper billing process occurs which will enhance timely cash flow and reduce
the days in accounts receivable.
**Qualifications:**
_Required:_
* High School Diploma or equivalent
_Preferred:_
* Medical insurance verification and authorization 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 preferred
* Medical terminology and computer skills
**Scheduling Requirements:**
* Shifts vary such as 3:00pm-11:30pm, 4:30pm-1:00am, and occasional overnight shift of 11:00pm-7:30am
* Rotating weekends and holidays
* Full Time
**Essential Functions:**
* Responsible for coordinating and facilitating registration and admissions by obtaining pertinent demographic information, collecting accurate insurance information and performing inpatient authorizations in order to financially clear inpatient hospital accounts
* The ideal candidate must be detail oriented and promote patient satisfaction
* Service orientated background, good written and verbal communication skill and accurate typing ability
* 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 through the development of training tools, presentations at department in-services or staff meetings, or through the training of registration staff outside the patient access department
**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.
**Additional Information:**
The first-round interview for this position is a digital, on demand interview
through the HireVue platform. Click the hyperlinks here to learn more about
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recommend completing the interview as soon as possible after receiving an
invitation. Things move quickly and we may on occasion close applications
earlier than anticipated due to large candidate numbers. We don t want to miss
meeting you for a great opportunity! Be sure to check your spam and junk
folders in email as well!
**Benefits and Perks:**
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 CareDependent 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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