Patient Access Representative 1

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami Health System is seeking a Full Time Patient Access Representative 1 to register patients for clinical services, verify insurance benefits, and collect payments at the UHealth Medical Campus. This on-site position requires strong data entry, communication, and adherence to privacy standards to ensure a smooth patient experience from prearrival to discharge.

The role involves coordinating patient flow, providing clear explanations of treatment and financial forms, and

Qualifications

• General knowledge of office procedures and operations.
• Skill in data entry with minimal errors.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Registers patients for clinical services and verifies insurance benefits.
• Obtains and updates demographic, financial and HIPAA-related information.
• Explains consent forms and HIPAA notices to patients and obtains signatures.
• Schedules and manages patient appointments and follow-ups.
• Performs insurance verification and manages referrals/authorizations as needed.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Attention to detail

Office procedures

Confidential information

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Patient Access Representative 1The University of Miami/UHealth department of Patient Access has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Patient Access Representative 1 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Patient Access Representative 1 (On-Site) registers patients for clinical services by obtaining pertinent information, verifying insurance benefits, and collecting payments.Performs full registration and ensures that insurance is verified, and all patients' information is correct.Obtains copies of insurance cards, driver's license, and any applicable referrals.Explains Consent for Treatment, Financial Liability, and HIPAA to patients and obtains signed forms.Instructs patients to complete any questionnaires that might be required by physician.Schedules follow-up, cancels, and edits appointments, and records no-show patients accurately.Reconciles all vouchers and delivers them to designated area.Answers telephone calls and responds to questions and inquiries or transfers when appropriate.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.Department Specific Functions Projects a welcoming professional demeanor. Interacts and works effectively with patients of all ages, and the healthcare team to ensure a favorable first impression and positive patient experience. Coordinates wide range of functions from prearrival to discharge utilizing multiple systems including but not limited to: EPIC MyChart, Grand Central ADT, Cadence, Prelude, Radiant, OP Time, Care Everywhere, Resolute, Nice inContact Communication, and Aria Oncology simultaneously and independently to service patients promptly in a fast paced, constantly changing environment. Performs pre-service validation prior to patient's appointment for in person or virtual visits. Assists patients in navigating self-serve technology options including but not limited to MyChart and Self check-in kiosks, in person or remotely. Coordinates patient flow to ensure timely check-in and arrival to service area. Obtains, confirms, and accurately enters and updates demographic, financial, and clinical HIPAA protected information.Reviews real time eligibility insurance responses and/or master contract tool and updates coverages as needed. Conducts critical communication with patients or legal guardian facilitating the understanding of and obtaining signature on legal, ethical, and compliance related documents that must be presented and thoroughly explained to the patient prior to services being rendered including but not limited to: to Consent for Treatment and Conditions of Admissions, Advance Directives, HIPAA Notice of Privacy, No Surprise Billing, Good Faith Estimate, Off Campus Medicare Co-insurance and Advance Beneficiary Notices, and Medicare Secondary Payer Questionnaire. Serves as gatekeeper, performs insurance verification, and obtains referrals and/or authorizations as needed. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
  • General knowledge of office procedures and operations.
  • Skill in data entry with minimal errors.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
  • Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
  • Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Benefits

• The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:Full timeEmployee Type:Staff