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PATIENT ACCESS QUALITY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

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Job Description Location:

JOHN H. STROGER HOSPITAL

Department:

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

Shift:

12:00PM - 8:00PM

Job Title:

Patient Access Quality Management Coordinator

Department:

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

Job Summary Monitors, evaluates and supervises the quality, appropriateness and daily functions of staff within the Patient Access Department of the Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS). Maintains the accounts receivable systems for optimum performance in tracking and collection accounts receivable. Promotes quality review by initiating/participating in specific reviews/audits and assists with quality monitoring.

Typical Duties

Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of work performed by Patient Access staff and addresses performance issues.

Monitors the daily functions of admitting, bed control, same day surgeries, centralized registration, pre-certification, and financial counseling staff within the constraints of the overall department strategy set forth by the CCH management of Patient Access.

Mentors and develops current department staff and aides System Manager in management succession planning.

Assists with reviewing policies and procedures developed within the department.

Operationalizes new/revised policies and identifies gaps and concerns with new policies.

Develops and maintains the accounts receivable systems for optimum performance in tracking and collecting accounts receivable.

Utilizes system and ad hoc reports to identify opportunities for improvement in the Patient Access process.

Monitors vendor performance and recommends change when appropriate.

Remains abreast of compliance regulations, standards and directives regarding governmental/regulatory agencies and/or third-party payers.

Promotes quality review by initiating/participating in specific reviews and assists with quality monitoring.

Collaborates with CCH Leadership of Patient Access to create executive level summary reports.

Participates in organizational and departmental committees, as well as in special projects.

Performs other duties requested by Leadership of CCH Patient Access department

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED is required (must provide proof at time of interview)

Five (5) years of experience in a healthcare system billing department is required

Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity within a Patient Access Department in a large hospital system is required

Knowledge of hospital Patient Access practices is required

Knowledge of hospital specific Patient Access registration software is required

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred (must provide official copy of transcript at the time of interview)

Certified Health Financial Practitioner (CHFP) or Fellow of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (FHFMA) is preferred

Seven (7) years of experience in a healthcare system billing department is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of hospital Patient Access practices

Knowledge of hospital specific Patient Access software

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups

Excellent program development, management, and leadership skills

Strong customer service and empathy skills

Demonstrates good computer and typing skills

Demonstrates good phone and email etiquette skills with strong response times

Demonstrates analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills

Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy and precision

Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment

Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged

Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team

Ability to train by presenting concepts and demonstrating tasks

Ability to monitor, evaluate and coach Patient Access staff

Veteran Preference

Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"

Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing). Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference.

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Benefits Package

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Basic Term Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Program

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please visit http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

* Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U. S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

* Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

* CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH & HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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