Midwestern University
Patient Account Representative- IL- Multispecialty Clinics, Finance
Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States, 60516
Patient Account Representative- IL- Multispecialty Clinics, Finance
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Summary The Patient Account Representative is one of a team responsible for performing various front office procedures.
The position reports to the Manager of Patient Accounts for the Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinics.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Greet and direct patients and visitors
Perform registration/check-in processes, including data entry, providing patients with necessary information and intake forms, and obtaining signatures.
Calculate and collect patient liability according to verification of insurance benefits and expected reimbursement.
Explain and provide financial policies and available resources for alternative payment arrangements to patients and their families.
Enter payments in practice management system and perform daily payment reconciliation in a timely and accurate manner, including balancing the cash drawer.
Answer phones, schedule appointments, take messages, route calls to departments, and answer general inquiries.
Schedule appointments accurately and complete pre-registration processes including insurance verification and identification of POS collection amounts.
Make appointments from calls and orders work queues.
Reschedule and cancel appointments and communicate as needed with patients/families and providers/clinics.
Coordinate multiple appointments.
Provide positive patient interactions when speaking with patients, care providers, and others while on phones and in clinic.
Provide instructions prior to appointment as directed by service department.
Provide directions/maps and parking instructions.
Secure demographics, guardian and emergency contacts, guarantor, and insurance coverage information.
Verify insurance eligibility and benefits when necessary.
Update demographics when patient information changes.
Request and enter referral information when necessary.
Notify patients of co‑payments, deductibles, co‑insurance and collect outstanding balances during scheduling when appropriate.
Follow state and federal regulations related to healthcare.
Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This individual must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner with regular, predictable, in‑person attendance.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Qualifications
The position requires strict compliance with all policies and procedures.
This position requires a significant amount of interaction with the public and many internal customers and therefore, the individual must be able to develop positive rapport effectively.
Education And/or Experience High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years experience working in a healthcare setting required.
Experience working in a team environment with a high focus on customer service and the ability to maintain a professional demeanor, be detail oriented and promote a welcoming atmosphere is essential.
Computer Skills Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is needed.
Experience using medical practice management software is required.
Language Skills Intermediate skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.
The employee must regularly use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long‑term disability, and pet insurance.
We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care accounts.
We offer a work‑life balance with a competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days, and vacation days.
We offer a 403(b)‑retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, childcare subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection, and an employee assistance program.
Wellness is important to us, and we offer a wellness facility on‑site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected class, in accordance with all federal, state and local laws, and regulation.
Midwestern University complies with the Smoke‑Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36‑601.01) and the Smoke‑Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).
Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider; Industry: Higher Education
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Summary The Patient Account Representative is one of a team responsible for performing various front office procedures.
The position reports to the Manager of Patient Accounts for the Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinics.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Greet and direct patients and visitors
Perform registration/check-in processes, including data entry, providing patients with necessary information and intake forms, and obtaining signatures.
Calculate and collect patient liability according to verification of insurance benefits and expected reimbursement.
Explain and provide financial policies and available resources for alternative payment arrangements to patients and their families.
Enter payments in practice management system and perform daily payment reconciliation in a timely and accurate manner, including balancing the cash drawer.
Answer phones, schedule appointments, take messages, route calls to departments, and answer general inquiries.
Schedule appointments accurately and complete pre-registration processes including insurance verification and identification of POS collection amounts.
Make appointments from calls and orders work queues.
Reschedule and cancel appointments and communicate as needed with patients/families and providers/clinics.
Coordinate multiple appointments.
Provide positive patient interactions when speaking with patients, care providers, and others while on phones and in clinic.
Provide instructions prior to appointment as directed by service department.
Provide directions/maps and parking instructions.
Secure demographics, guardian and emergency contacts, guarantor, and insurance coverage information.
Verify insurance eligibility and benefits when necessary.
Update demographics when patient information changes.
Request and enter referral information when necessary.
Notify patients of co‑payments, deductibles, co‑insurance and collect outstanding balances during scheduling when appropriate.
Follow state and federal regulations related to healthcare.
Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This individual must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner with regular, predictable, in‑person attendance.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Qualifications
The position requires strict compliance with all policies and procedures.
This position requires a significant amount of interaction with the public and many internal customers and therefore, the individual must be able to develop positive rapport effectively.
Education And/or Experience High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years experience working in a healthcare setting required.
Experience working in a team environment with a high focus on customer service and the ability to maintain a professional demeanor, be detail oriented and promote a welcoming atmosphere is essential.
Computer Skills Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is needed.
Experience using medical practice management software is required.
Language Skills Intermediate skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.
The employee must regularly use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long‑term disability, and pet insurance.
We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care accounts.
We offer a work‑life balance with a competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days, and vacation days.
We offer a 403(b)‑retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, childcare subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection, and an employee assistance program.
Wellness is important to us, and we offer a wellness facility on‑site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected class, in accordance with all federal, state and local laws, and regulation.
Midwestern University complies with the Smoke‑Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36‑601.01) and the Smoke‑Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).
Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider; Industry: Higher Education
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