Patient Access Representative - Pulmonary

Company: PeaceHealth
Location: Bellingham
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

**Description**
**P** eaceHealth is seeking a **Patient Access Representative - Pulmonary for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.000001 FTE, Day position.**
Hourly compensation is $18.49 - $31.11, hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience.
Assists in coordinating the activities between scheduling, insurance verification and pre-certification. Acts as a clinical liaison with physician practices interacting with pre-visit services.
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**Details of the Position**
+ Pre-registers/registers patients with accurate patient demographic, financial data. May register patients using varying methods depending upon location, which may include mobile cart.
+ Collects patient balances, co-payment, co-insurance, or other payment types.
+ Verifies coverage and ensures all insurance requirements are met, as well as obtaining all prior authorization and/or referrals as appropriate prior to patient arrival.
+ Responds to customers inquiries.
+ Assists with departmental coverage as needed.
+ Manages daily appointment schedules which may include reminder calls and calling all referrals.
+ May transport patients utilizing escort or wheeled transport equipment.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
**What You Bring**
+ One year of medical office or related customer service experience required.
+ Strong background in customer service may be considered in lieu of medical office or related experience.
For a full description of the position or for questions, contact KShepherd@peacehealth.org
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PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
**Must be fully vaccinated or exempted for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due medical/religious reasons.**
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