Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Patient Access Associate - Outpatient - Per Diem
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System, Plainsboro, New Jersey, United States
Patient Access Associate - Outpatient - Per Diem
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Patient Access Associate - Outpatient - Per Diem
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Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.
Job: Patient Access Associate Hours: Flexible - Per Diem - this position is looking for someone who is available weekdays and weekends with flexible availability. The outpatient centers are open until 6:30 pm and have Saturday and Sunday hours. Location: Employee will primarily work at the hospital but can float to out Monroe Surgical Center (Monroe) and the Breast Center (East Windsor) Department: Outpatient/Ambulatory Care
Our Per Diem employees must work a minimum of 16 hours/month. There are always opportunities to pick up additional shifts! If you have previous/current patient scheduling experience, we'd love to speak with you.
Summary:
The Patient Access Associate is responsible for registering patients into the computer system
The Patient Access Associate will collect, verify and enter patient's required demographic and insurance information to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement. They will collect and process any co-pays or time of service payments
The Patient Access Associate will provide excellent customer service which sets the tone to ensure positive patients outcomes and care
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Greeting patients with a positive and professional attitude and initiating the registration process
Properly entering the required fields within the ADT system to ensure patient safety and creates visits appropriately in the ADT system
Performs follow up on assigned third party accounts for all in-house admissions and select outpatients (e.g. PAT, Radiation and Oncology)
Follow ups include completing tasks such as verifying eligibility, obtaining benefits, ensuring pre-certification and/or authorization/referral requirements have been completed
Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to fast-paced, changing work environments
Demonstrating and appropriately documenting out of pocket responsibility for services as related to insurance contracts or PCHS Fee Schedules
Collecting time of service and point of service payments according to policy. Referring patients to Financial Counselor for assistance when necessary
When Patient Access Associates are assigned to bedside registration (ED and Surgical Areas), they are required to utilize the Workstation on Wheels (WOW)
Qualifications:
Required: H.S. Diploma/GED, strong customer service skills
Preferred: two years of medical experience, with previous hospital or physician office registration/insurance verification experience
Why choose Penn Medicine:
Endless opportunities for career growth
Penn Medicine believes in its people - the organization can only be successful with our valued employees
Access to over 1300 courses to provide professional and personal growth
Access to Penn Medicine's Wellfocused program which supports emotional and physical wellness
Access to hundreds of employee discounts
Salary Range:
$17.05 - $26.44/Hourly
As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Live Your Life's Work
We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices
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Patient Access Associate - Outpatient - Per Diem
role at
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.
Job: Patient Access Associate Hours: Flexible - Per Diem - this position is looking for someone who is available weekdays and weekends with flexible availability. The outpatient centers are open until 6:30 pm and have Saturday and Sunday hours. Location: Employee will primarily work at the hospital but can float to out Monroe Surgical Center (Monroe) and the Breast Center (East Windsor) Department: Outpatient/Ambulatory Care
Our Per Diem employees must work a minimum of 16 hours/month. There are always opportunities to pick up additional shifts! If you have previous/current patient scheduling experience, we'd love to speak with you.
Summary:
The Patient Access Associate is responsible for registering patients into the computer system
The Patient Access Associate will collect, verify and enter patient's required demographic and insurance information to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement. They will collect and process any co-pays or time of service payments
The Patient Access Associate will provide excellent customer service which sets the tone to ensure positive patients outcomes and care
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Greeting patients with a positive and professional attitude and initiating the registration process
Properly entering the required fields within the ADT system to ensure patient safety and creates visits appropriately in the ADT system
Performs follow up on assigned third party accounts for all in-house admissions and select outpatients (e.g. PAT, Radiation and Oncology)
Follow ups include completing tasks such as verifying eligibility, obtaining benefits, ensuring pre-certification and/or authorization/referral requirements have been completed
Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to fast-paced, changing work environments
Demonstrating and appropriately documenting out of pocket responsibility for services as related to insurance contracts or PCHS Fee Schedules
Collecting time of service and point of service payments according to policy. Referring patients to Financial Counselor for assistance when necessary
When Patient Access Associates are assigned to bedside registration (ED and Surgical Areas), they are required to utilize the Workstation on Wheels (WOW)
Qualifications:
Required: H.S. Diploma/GED, strong customer service skills
Preferred: two years of medical experience, with previous hospital or physician office registration/insurance verification experience
Why choose Penn Medicine:
Endless opportunities for career growth
Penn Medicine believes in its people - the organization can only be successful with our valued employees
Access to over 1300 courses to provide professional and personal growth
Access to Penn Medicine's Wellfocused program which supports emotional and physical wellness
Access to hundreds of employee discounts
Salary Range:
$17.05 - $26.44/Hourly
As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Live Your Life's Work
We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices
#J-18808-Ljbffr