Oncology Intake Advocate

1002 Adventist Midwest Management Services; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Hinsdale, IL, is hiring for a full-time role with day shift responsibilities. The position involves coordinating patient intake, verifying insurance, and entering data into the EMR while maintaining strict patient confidentiality.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or at least a high school diploma, with experience in scheduling, insurance verification, and HIPAA regulations. Benefits begin day one and the team supports professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; high school graduation required.
• Knowledge of scheduling templates, insurance verification, hospital billing practices and HIPAA regulations (preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and related software.

Responsibilities

• Builds relationships and collaborates with internal providers, nursing staff, and hospital staff involved in patient care.
• Ensures all appropriate new patient documents are entered into the EMR.
• Protects patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Supports coordination of insurance pre-certification and authorization.
• Connects patients with financial advocates and social workers as needed.

Skills

Scheduling

Insurance verification

HIPAA regulations

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

High School Grad or Equiv

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 120 N OAK ST City: HINSDALE State: Illinois Postal Code: 60521

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Job Description:

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Builds relationships and collaborates effectively with internal providers, nursing staff, other hospital staff involved in patient care, and members of the referring community. Ensures all appropriate new patient documents are entered into the electronic medical record (EMR). Complies with all department policies, procedures, practices, and standards of care. Participates in orientation, in-service training, and staff meetings as scheduled. Secures patient confidentiality by protecting patient information on and off duty. Other duties as assigned. Completes related tasks as assigned by the Supervisor, Manager, or Director. Assists with coordination of activities related to insurance pre-certification and authorization. Connects patients with financial advocates and social workers if socioeconomic issues exist. Gathers necessary demographic, insurance, and clinical information from patients and enters it into the appropriate database. Seeks appropriate resources to resolve issues about the type, date, or location of patient appointments, ensuring oncology patients are scheduled within the targeted time. Obtains patients’ authorization, requests and verifies that all medical records, pathology slides, specimens, faxes, and other necessary items for the initial visit have arrived. Communicates with patients and caregivers as needed throughout the process.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• N/A

Education:

• Bachelor's [Preferred]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Field of Study:

• N/A

Work Experience:

• Knowledge of scheduling templates, insurance verification, hospital billing practices and HIPAA regulations [Preferred]
• Various Microsoft based computer software programs for Office programs [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• N/A

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$19.82 - $31.70

Equal Opportunity Statement:

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

About Us:

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.