Patient Services Representative I Medical Center Grafton Job Opening

How You'll Make a Difference:

Manages front desk responsibilities, including greet, check-in, register walk-in patients, answer phones and collect patient responsibility. Reviews and/or obtains demographic and insurance information and collects patient responsibility. Informs the patient of the organization expectation of payment at time of service.

Greets and checks in patients arriving for their appointments. Ensures patient information is complete and accurate. Collects patient responsibility as identified in the pre-registration process.

Completes the registration process on walk-in patients, verifies and/or updates patient demographic and insurance information if changes or additions have occurred.

Verifies insurance benefits, obtains/calculates patient responsibility and request payment. Communicates to patient the organization expectation of payment at time of service.

Identifies patients in need of financial assistance and refers patients to Financial Advocate when necessary. Collaborates with Financial Advocate to coordinate patient?s financial resources and responsibilities including requesting patient to sign a Financial Obligation Form (FOF) or Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) as needed.

Monitors patient flow to ensure patients are cared for in the most efficient and courteous manner. Performs visit closure, including checking out patients, collecting additional patient responsibility (when applicable) and providing patient with appropriate documents.

Schedules patient visits using guidelines established within scheduling system.

Assists with new caregiver onboarding.

Works assigned EPIC work queues, following the department?s work flow process.

Maintains excellent public relations with patients, families, and clinical staff as well as demonstrates a willingness and ability to work collaboratively with others for concise and timely flow of information. Proactively communicates issues involving customer service and process improvement opportunities to management.

Maintains knowledge of and reference materials for Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements, guidelines and policies, insurance plans requiring pre-authorization/referral and a list of current accepted insurance plans.

What it Will Take:

Licenses & Certifications

None Required.

Degrees

High School Graduate.

Required Functional Experience

Typically requires 1 year of experience in customer service or clerical/office experience, including answering phones and assisting customers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated ability to identify and understand issues and problems. Examines data and draws logical conclusions based on information available.Knowledge and ability to articulate explanations of Medicare/HIPAA/EMTALA rules and regulations and comply with updates on insurance pre-certification requirements.Mathematical aptitude, effective communication skills and critical thinking skills.Understanding of basic human anatomy, medical terminology and procedures for application in the patient referral/pre-certification/authorization processes.Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization, maintaining a pleasant, professional demeanor.Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information according to internal policies.Ability to problem solve in a high profile and high stress area, working independently to set and meet deadlines and prioritize work.Demonstrated technical proficiency including experience with insurance verification/eligibility tools, EPIC electronic medical record, patient liability estimation tools, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer and phone technology.

Scheduled Hours:

Works 40 hours per pay period. Hours assigned will vary based on department needs but have the option of being flexible to work with team member?s needs. Includes afternoons, evenings, overnights, and weekends, as needed.

Department:

Patient Access Svcs

Location Address:

975 Port Washington Rd

Grafton, WI

53024-9201

Ozaukee

At Aurora Health Care:

We pride ourselves on taking care of our people. And not just our patients—we mean you, too. We help each other live well. When you work at Aurora, you get the chance to work with a dedicated team that’s as passionate about the work as you are. Here, you’ll find limitless opportunities for ongoing learning, career advancement, competitive compensation and a stable work environment. But more than that, you have the opportunity to change lives—including your own.

Diversity and inclusion matters at Aurora. We celebrate our differences and nurture an environment where everyone feels included. We know that when we reflect the communities we serve, when we embrace differences and bring our whole selves to work every day, we are working as one to build a healthier tomorrow for everyone. Aurora supports a safe, healthy and drug-free work environment through criminal background checks and pre-employment drug testing. We maintain a smoke-free environment at all our locations. We are an equal opportunity employer.