Patient Access & Financial Clearance Specialist

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL seeks a Patient Finance Specialist to ensure timely patient registration and accurate account information. You will interview patients, verify insurance coverage, and collect patient liable amounts.

The role involves bedside registration, handling payments, and applying hospital policies with professionalism. Responsibilities include obtaining authorizations, documenting patient data for the medical record, and coordinating with clinical staff to support smooth

Qualifications

• 0 to 3 years of related experience.
• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency with healthcare IT systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and family to obtain all necessary account information.
• Perform bedside registration using carts/computers on wheels.
• Verify insurance coverage and obtain pre-certification as needed.
• Calculate and collect patient liable amounts.
• Explain policies and collect payments according to hospital procedures.
• Ensure signatures and documents are properly obtained.

Skills

Patient interaction

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MPI system

EMR systems

Job description

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL seeks a Patient Finance Specialist to ensure timely patient registration and accurate account information. You will interview patients, verify insurance coverage, and collect patient liable amounts.

The role involves bedside registration, handling payments, and applying hospital policies with professionalism. Responsibilities include obtaining authorizations, documenting patient data for the medical record, and coordinating with clinical staff to support smooth