Patient Access Team Lead

Job Family:

Admitting Representative

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

Manages the workflow of assigned area in the absence of the manager. Responsible for all registration activities including, but not limited to, the following: pre-registration, point of service registration of inpatients, outpatients and Emergency Department patients, assessing the patient’s financial status, identifying a source of payment, obtaining sufficient information to permit reimbursement and ensuring the information is complete and accurate. Completes forms and reports related to registration and disseminates to appropriate departments. Obtains patient information, explains financial requirements to the patient or responsible party and collects deposits or deductibles as required.

Position Type: Full Time, Days, 100% Onsite

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Location: UAB St. Vincent's East

Please note: Schedule may change based on hospital census and business needs

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Responsible for managing the workflow of assigned area.

• Assist with training new team members

• Responsible for obtaining complete and accurate demographic and financial information from a variety of sources, including patient interviews physician offices and in-house departments.

• Obtains required signatures on legal consents and insurance forms.

• Performs required pre-certification, credit referral or deposit collection.  Enters data in computer and thoroughly documents any incomplete admissions/registrations in manner prescribed.  Obtains pre-certification, referral or authorization number and updates patient's file.

• Notifies patients, family members, physicians and/or supervisors of insurance coverage issues, notifies patients of co-payments, deductibles or deposits needed, documenting all information in computer system.

• Reviews Physician’s orders for completion and ensures all required information is listed.

• Completes Medicare Compliance and obtains ABN if necessary.

• Knowledge of all Federal, State and Local Laws pertaining to insurance rules and regulations.

• Maintains multiple computer systems.

• Maintains positive customer service at all times, referring unresolved issues to appropriate supervisor.

• Answers telephone calls.  Follows pre-established script and provide assistance to callers.

• Completes all shift duties in a timely and accurate manner.

• Complies with all safety regulations, policies and procedures as defined by Client

What You Will Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 8 years of relevant experience in healthcare with knowledge in patient registration procedures and documentation, medical insurance claims, billing and collections, and patient care charts and histories.

What Would Be Nice to Have:

• Team Lead or Supervisory experience

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance includin