Patient Access Specialist

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Patient Access Specialist functions as an integral member of the team and is the first point of contact for all people inquiring about the provider's practice. The primary role is to organize the practice's daily activities and paperwork. Primary Location: 350 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix AZ 85013 Primary Responsibilities: * Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits on all assigned accounts using electronic verification systems or by contacting payers directly to determine level of insurance coverage. When contacting payers directly, utilizes approved scripting * Obtains referral, authorization and pre-certification information and documents this information in system * Identifies outstanding balances from patient's previous visits and attempts to collect any amount due * Trains staff on computer systems, new processes, payer updates and assigned reporting * Functions as a Superuser for primary computer systems * Proactively identifies and leads department improvement opportunities * Works on special projects as needed * Performs the duties of a Patient Access Representative * Maintains up-to-date knowledge of specific admission, registration, and pre-registration requirements for all areas * Updating doctors orders * Update patient's profile with correct data * Entering patient rooms to obtain compliance forms from patients What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include: * Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays * Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account * Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage * 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Education Reimbursement * Employee Discounts * Employee Assistance Program * Employee Referral Bonus Program * Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: * High School Diploma/GED * 1+ years of customer service experience such as in a hospital, office setting or phone support role * Ability to read Doctor's orders * Ability to work Tuesday - Friday from 9:00am - 7:30pm, and one weekend per month (Saturday & Sunday) from 9:00am - 7:30pm Preferred Qualifications: * 1+ years of experience with prior authorizations * 1+ years of experience working in a healthcare facility * Experience with Microsoft Office products * Experience in a Hospital Patient Registration Department, Physician office or any medical setting * Experience in requesting and processing financial payments * Experience in insurance reimbursement and financial verification * Working knowledge of medical terminology * Understanding of insurance policies and procedures * Ability to perform basic mathematics for financial payments Soft Skills: * Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills Physical and Work Environment: * Standing for long periods of time (10 to 12 hours) while using a workstation on wheels and phone/headset **PLEASE NOTE** The sign-on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $18.00 to $32.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. 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