Financial Access Specialist 2 - Temporary

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 3,458,000 - 4,947,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary position up to 6 months

Remote work

Job summary

UW Medicine in Seattle is offering a temporary full-time Financial Access Specialist 2 within the FACT team. This 100% remote position supports insurance clearance for inpatient and outpatient services, with regular day hours and 40-hour weeks.

Responsibilities include obtaining authorizations, verifying eligibility, discussing payment options with patients, and assisting uninsured patients with eligibility screening. High School diploma or GED and 1 year in a medical office are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with internal and external customers.
• Experience in medical office settings preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participate in on-the-job training to learn to coordinate the insurance clearance process and verify benefits.
• Review scheduled appointments and obtain authorizations from payers.
• Verify patient eligibility and benefits; document progress in system.
• Refer uninsured patients for Medicaid/Charity screening; contact providers for referrals or authorization.
• Prepare fee estimates and discuss payment options with patients.
• Collect payments and process using EPIC cash drawer.
• Call patients to explain limited benefits and Out-of-Pocket costs; prepare forms for signature.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Remote (100% telework)

Seattle, WA

Full time

REQ-0000137122

Job Description

UW Medicine Patient Financial Access Services -- Finance Access Clearance Team (FACT) has an outstanding opportunity for a temporary full-time Financial Access Specialist 2 .

This position is benefits-eligible and anticipated to be up to 6 months in duration

WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE (40 hours per week), Day Shift

• Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5:00pm

• 100% Remote Position

• Temporary position anticipated to be up to 6 months in duration

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

• The FACT department coordinates the insurance clearance process for Inpatient planned and unplanned admits, for Outpatient Surgery, Clinic Procedures, high dollar Infusion, and/or Radiology high dollar Procedures, as well as, various functions associated with obtaining and verifying the insurance coverage and benefits for facility and professional services.

• Our team values excellent customer service, timely response, accurate authorization, and courteous processing of calls.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Provide prompt and courteous insurance clearance service using your excellent communication skills with internal and external customers

• Areas of coverage may include: emergency services, inpatient hospitalization, transportation, rehab, therapies, nursing home placement, home health care/durable equipment, outpatient surgeries, clinical visits, and specialized procedures; also verifies L&I, crime victims and other coverages

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in on-the-job training to learn to coordinate the insurance clearance process, as well as various functions associated with obtaining and verifying the insurance coverage and benefits for facility and professional services

• Review scheduled appointments through patient work queue, and obtain insurance authorizations through assigned payer administrators

• Verify/document patient eligibility and benefits; document progress in EPIC auth/cert and REG

• Refer uninsured patients for Medicaid/Charity eligibility screening; call referring providers to obtain referrals or to initiate authorization

• Prepare estimates of fees upon request from Patient Care Consultants, and review payment options with patients

• Collect payments and process using cash drawer in EPIC

• Call patients to provide overview of limited medical benefits and Out-of-Pocket cost; prepare Notice of Non-Coverage form for patient signature

REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED certificate

• One year of experience in a medical office setting

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements

ABOUT UW MEDICINE -- WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$25.10 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$35.91 hourly

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives -- on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other ...