Patient Access Representative II - Southwest FT (M-F, 7:30A-4P)

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Patient Access Representative II to manage scheduling, insurance verification, and payment processing in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and have experience in customer service, demonstrating compassion and efficiency in patient interactions. Join a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional care and support.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a hospital or customer service setting required.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Proficiency in typing and keyboarding skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and ensure accuracy in data entry.
• Verify insurance eligibility and collect patient financial information.
• Monitor and resolve patient account issues effectively.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Proficient typing/keyboarding skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Patient Access Representative II - Southwest FT (M-F, 7:30A-4P)

Patient Access Representative II - Southwest FT (M-F, 7:30A-4P)

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At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for scheduling patient appointments, ensuring medical necessity compliance, verifying eligibility, and posting payments.

Job Description

Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM with possibility of rotating weekend coverage

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred

Licenses/Certifications: (None)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Two (2) years of experience in a hospital or customer service setting
• Ability to multi-task
• Proficient typing/keyboarding skills
  
  

Principal Accountabilities

• Schedules patient appointments and enters required information in the computer system in an accurate and timely manner.
• Obtains demographic, insurance and financial information from patient or guarantor. Enters information in computer system with a high degree of accuracy.
• Explains all required forms to the patient or guarantor and obtains the necessary signatures.
• Ensures medical necessity compliance by obtaining necessary data, reviewing Compliance System, communicating information to patient or guarantor and obtaining necessary signatures.
• Protects the financial integrity of the facility by collecting patient liability, establishing payment arrangements, discussing payment options and screening for eligibility.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits and ensures all notifications and authorizations are completed within the required timeframes.
• Posts payments in the computer system and generates the appropriate patient receipts.
• Monitors, reviews and resolves patient account issues on assigned reports.
• Communicates in an effective and professional manner with Physicians, ancillary departments, nursing units, physicians’ office staff, insurance companies, as well as patients and their families ( all Patient Access customers). Completes thorough and accurate documentation.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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