Patient Access Rep II - Patient Access Contact Center - Neurosciences-Full-Time, On-Site, Days

Cedars-Sinai; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Patient Access Rep II to perform all admissions activities, including pre-admit and face-to-face registration, across patient access areas. The role emphasizes accuracy in MRN handling, insurance verification, and clear communication with patients and families.

The position requires a High School Diploma/GED with preferred bachelor's in Hospital Administration. At least one year in patient access or revenue cycle roles is required, with a strong focus on patient service

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Hospital Administration or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: 1 year in Patient Access/Registration or related Revenue Cycle roles required.
• Experience: Healthcare call center or high-volume phone experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform registration activities for patients across patient access areas.
• Verify insurance and obtain financial clearance.
• Assign MRN and ensure no duplication per policy.
• Explain forms to patients and obtain signatures.
• Collect financial obligations when appropriate and meet cash goals.
• Coordinate with physicians and departments for complete intake.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Patient Access functions

Insurance verification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred in Hospital Administration or equivalent

Job description

This position is remote eligible after successful completion of on-site training. Are you ready to bring your skills to a world-class healthcare organization recognized as one of the top ten in the United States? Come join our team!The Patient Access Rep II performs all admissions activities for pre-admit and face-to-face registration of patients presenting to Admissions and/or outpatient areas for treatment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all registration activities for patients presenting to all patient access areas. Cross trained and competent to perform in no less than 3 patient access functions and/or patient access areas.
• Obtains financial clearance and determines patient's correct financial classification. Performs insurance verification electronically, telephonically, or through product website(s).
• Performs proper system search to secure a medical record number (MRN) or assign a new MRN without duplication. Consistently follows CSMC Patient Identification Policy when assigning and verifying MRN.
• Performs proper selection of physician. Recognizes privileging issues (physician suspensions). Knows how to handle and resolve physician privilege and suspension issues.
• Demonstrates superior patient interviewing skills. Interacts with patients and performs job duties with sensitivity and attention to the patient population(s) being served.
• Competent to independently handle routine / frequent inquiries from patients, patient representatives and insurance companies. Escalates issues appropriately.
• Demonstrates collection skills. Able to determine and explain patient financial obligation and collect funds when appropriate. Meets or exceeds cash collection goals.
• Works and resolves QA error worklist daily and without exception.
• Interacts with physicians and specialty departments to assure accurate intake of information required for complete registration.
• Demonstrates the ability to clearly explain registration and consent forms to the patient and obtain necessary signatures.
• Demonstrates the ability to assemble registration paperwork for inclusion on the patient chart. Scans all appropriate documents into scanning system for retrieval as necessary.
• Demonstrates competency regarding navigation and entering patient and financial information in the ADT system.
• Maintains patient confidentiality. Knows and adheres to CSMC and HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy and release of information.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Hospital Administration or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) years of healthcare experience working in Patient Access, Registration, Financial Clearance, Scheduling, or Revenue Cycle related roles, including physician offices, healthcare insurance companies, or other revenue cycle related functions required.
• Experience answering multi-line and high-volume telephone calls in a healthcare setting or related field preferred.
• Medical or healthcare call center experience strongly desired.

Tentative Work Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday. 8 hour shift. Start time between 8:00am - 8:30am.

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

This position is remote eligible after successful completion of on-site training. Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.