Patient Account Representative

US104 Guidehouse Managed Services LLC; Mitchell (SD); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Guidehouse in Mitchell, SD is hiring a Patient Account Representative – Self-Pay to handle incoming and outgoing calls with patients and insurers, resolving accounts and following client policies. This hybrid role supports a busy office between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM CT.

Responsibilities include reviewing accounts, verifying policy statuses, assisting with updates, and addressing inquiries via phone, mail or email.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 3 years of relevant equivalent experience.
• 0-2+ years in insurance, business, finance, or customer service.
• Working knowledge of healthcare, insurance claims, billing, finance, accounting or related responsibilities.
• PC skills in Windows environment (Word, Excel) and familiarity with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming and outgoing calls to patients and insurance companies to resolve accounts.
• Follow client policies and procedures in all tasks.
• Complete business-related requests and correspondence from patients.
• Assist clients and patients with requested tasks and information.
• Update patient demographics and initiate account adjustments.
• Research and respond to patient inquiries via telephone, mail and email.

Skills

Inbound calls

EOB knowledge

Policy knowledge

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Account updates

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

EHR systems

Job description

Job Family: Patient Account Representative Travel Required: None Clearance Required: None

What You Will Do

The Patient Account Representative – Self-Pay is an extension of a client’s business office staff. Representatives are responsible for taking in-coming and out-going calls to patients and insurance companies to resolve patient accounts. All client policies and procedures are followed. Representatives will perform any and all job-related duties as assigned. This position is hybrid, based out of our Mitchell, SD office. Individuals must be able to work an eight hour shift between the hours of 8:00 AM CT - 6:00 PM CT. The qualified individual will be receiving incoming calls and making outbound calls and soft collections.

• Inbound calling emphasis
• Account Review EOB knowledge
• Assist patients with policy statuses and insurance verifications
• Customer Service Account Updates
• Strong Verbal / Written Communication Skills

Complete all business-related requests and correspondence from patients.

Complete all assigned projects in a timely manner.

Assist client and patients in all requested tasks.

Communicate areas of concern or areas of improvement to Guidehouse management.

Research and respond to all patient inquiries received by telephone, mail and email.

Update patient demographic information and initiate account adjustments.

What You Will Need

High School Diploma / GED or 3 years of relevant equivalent experience in lieu of Diploma / GED.

0-2+ years working within the following sectors: insurance, business, finance or customer service.

Working knowledge can be of the following: healthcare, insurance claims, billing, finance, accounting or customer service-related responsibilities.

What Would Be Nice To Have

PC skills in a Windows environment - specifically knowledge and utilization of desktop applications like Microsoft Word and Excel.

Familiarity with Electronic Health Record Systems.

1+ year experience working in a Healthcare or Customer Service setting.

Ability to initiate and follow through on projects and work independently with minimal supervision.

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What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail].

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail].

Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future.

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