Acute Patient Access Services Representative ER

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

ER Registration-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Revenue Cycle

Banner Health is honored to be recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the TOP 150 places to work in health care for 2024!  This recognition in both 2023 and 2024 reflects Banner Health's investment in team members' professional development, wellness benefits, and continued education. It highlights our commitment to advocating for diversity in the workplace, promoting work-life balance, and boosting employee engagement.

The Acute Patient Access Services Representative supports the ER and may back up Inpatient, Outpatient, OB and Direct admissions as needed. Obtains and verifies patient demographic and insurance information, verifying eligibility, generating patient estimates based on benefits & services provided, entering data into ms4 and obtaining signatures on consent forms. This position is goal oriented. Metrics measured include Accuracy, Productivity (# of patients registered in an hour) and point of service collections. We are a high-volume facility, and this is a very fast paced environment, and you will be on your feet all day.  A strong sense of urgency, ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks at once, along with excellent follow through skills are required.

Schedule: Sun, Mon, Tues 6am - 630pm.

On-call shifts will be required as well as some holidays.

You will enjoy an extra $1/hour weekend differential for all weekend hours plus and additional 18% night shift differential for hours past 7pm (if/when applicable).

All Acute Patient Access Services new hires are required to attend New Hire Orientation & PAS New Hire Training beginning on their start for approximately 2-4 weeks and can run Monday - Friday standard daytime business hours (regardless of your hired shift/hours) before starting the posted schedule needed here.

This is a perfect opportunity to apply your great customer service skills and make patients and visitors feel welcomed. A career with our team is a great opportunity if you are just starting out or have many years of experience, so Apply Now!

Banner Estrella Medical Center is a 317-bed acute care hospital providing a full range of health care services to the fast growing communities of west Phoenix. Opened in 2005, this is an innovative, fully electronic facility that features electronic medical records, computerized physician order entry, digital radiography, sophisticated ICU monitoring and much more. In fact, we've been named one of the "ten most innovative hospitals in the country" by Newsweek Magazine and are recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. The hospital is also designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both patients and their family members. We encourage the use of such therapies as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki Therapy.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is the first point of contact at healthcare facilities and assists patients with the administrative aspect of gaining access to medical treatment. This position is in a hospital-based setting which includes Emergency Dept, Inpatient, Obstetrics, Outpatient, etc. Responsible for in person patient intake and registration, providing superior customer service, accurately identifying, and obtaining authorizations patients’ insurance, verifying eligibility and benefits, generating patient estimates for services rendered, financial counseling, and collecting patient liability. Demonstrates the ability to resolve customer issues and provides excellent customer service.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Verifies patient’s demographics and accurately inputs this information into EHR, including documenting the account thoroughly to maximize reimbursement and minimize denials/penalties from the payor(s).

2. Proficiency with multiple services including, but not limited to inpatient, observation, emergency, obstetrics, surgery, imaging. This position may cover services 24/7.

3. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of insurance guidelines for all services. Proficiently verifies, reads, and understands insurance benefits.

4. Demonstrates proficient understanding that this position creates the first impression for our patient's experience with Banner Health. Demonstrates a positive patient experience through interactions and effective communication.

5. Proficient understanding of payer authorization