Customer Collections Representative

Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Customer Collection Representative to join our team!  Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day. 

Position Summary:

The customer collections representative resolves self-pay accounts in a timely and thorough manner.    The customer collections representative handles inbound and outbound calls in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, as well as the Attorney General Agreement and Federal regulations. The customer collections representative performs balance review to ensure accuracy in patient responsibility, this may include following up with insurance companies and/or internal departments. The customer collections representative must resolve questions and perform tasks related to: obtaining payment over the telephone from patient/guarantor, resolving patient’s balances by offering and accepting all appropriate payment arrangements, updating incomplete or missing information on accounts to ensure that billing is correct, provide accurate information and facilitate resolution to patients and third party inquiries, offering Financial Assistance and/or directing patients to the appropriate Government Assistance Programs. When all collection efforts are exhausted, referring account balances to the appropriate collection agency.  Always representing the company in a professional and positive manner and following the Attorney General Agreement and Federal regulations. Effective performance of these functions helps the organization achieve strong cash flow and maximize patient’s satisfaction.

Required Qualifications:

Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:

• One-year related work experience as a customer service/collections or revenue cycle professional. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer literate/typing skills.   
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including excellent phone etiquette. 
• Proactive problem solver, foster teamwork and trust, be highly skilled in prioritizing and organizing. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to professionally respond in situations involving conflict and emotion. 
• Self-motivation, problem resolution including professionalism and composure is required. 
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Record preferred. 
• Moderate proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and email is required. 
• Working knowledge of typical office equipment is expected.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and accounts receivable systems also helpful. 
• Medical terminology and procedural/diagnostic coding knowledge helpful.
• Understanding of the Fair Debt Collection Practices, Attorney General Agreement, Affordable Care Act and general familiarity with bankruptcy laws is preferred. 
• Preference for experience with the Microsoft Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook).

Benefits:

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.