Patient Access Representative

Patient Access RepresentativeLocation: San Diego (92123)Duration: 3 MonthsWorking Schedule: 5x8 Nights (18:00-02:30) but must be flexible to also work 2300 shift when needed Weekends IncludedJob Summary:The Patient Access Representative II secures and provides appropriate information to patient families and funding sources to register schedule and/or obtain authorizations for inpatient outpatient and/or diagnostic services. Demonstrate customer service skills to include ability to develop rapport with a variety of customers of all different socio-economic cultural and economic groups both internally and externally. Knowledge of basic functionality of personal computer. Ability to type and perform data entry functions at a level needed to maintain productivity standards of area/dept. General knowledge of medical terminology or 6 months demonstrated work experience in a healthcare setting. Knowledge of insurance verification authorization and eligibility requirements for health insurance carriers Epic knowledge internet capability.Requirements:Experience/general knowledge of managed care health plans knowledge of scheduling registration billing and/or claims payment.Minimum of two years of work experience in a health care setting and/or one year work experience in a specific dept. function call center environment.High School diploma, GED, or equivalent