Patient Access Representative - Patient Access - Full Time Days at RWJBarnabas Health in Newark, New Jersey

Job Description:

Location:
Patient Access Services, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027

Job Summary:

* Performs all duties related to the pre-registration, registration, and financial clearance processes for all patients (emergency, ambulatory and in-patients).

* Responsible for collecting proper data to insure hospital bills will be paid by a third party payer or the patient.

* Provides front-door customer service to patients and orients patients to the registration/admission process.

* Performs scheduling functions of new and follow-up patients and discharges patients accordingly.

* Responsible for identifying, collecting and reconciling patient liabilities on a routine basis.

* Corresponds with Supervisor/Manager on operational issues as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Minimum 2-3 years in Admitting / Registration or hospital billing experience, or working knowledge of registration, insurance, and billing requirements.

* Possesses background in medical terminology and experience with medical insurance.

* Maintains ability to quickly assess and respond appropriately to emergency situations.

* Detailed and quality oriented with strong problem solving and the judgment to interpret data and take appropriate action in circumstances and situations which vary.

* Equivalent relative experience dealing with the public is required.

* High School Diploma or GED Equivelent required.

NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer