Patient Access Representative 1 (On-Site) Ft Lauderdale (H) - Ft Lauderdale

Patient Access Representative 1

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Clinical Access has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Patient Access Representative 1 to work at our Ft. Lauderdale location.

Core Job Summary:

The Patient Access Representative 1 (On-Site) registers patients for clinical services by obtaining pertinent information, verifying insurance benefits, and collecting payments.

Core Responsibilities:

• Performs full registration and ensures that insurance is verified, and all patients' information is correct.
• Obtains copies of insurance cards, driver's license, and any applicable referrals.
• Explains Consent for Treatment, Financial Liability, and HIPAA to patients and obtains signed forms.
• Instructs patients to complete any questionnaires that might be required by physician.
• Schedules follow-up, cancels, and edits appointments, and records no-show patients accurately.
• Reconciles all vouchers and delivers them to designated area.
• Answers telephone calls and responds to questions and inquiries or transfers when appropriate.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions:

• Projects a welcoming professional demeanor.
• Interacts and work effectively with patients of all ages, and the healthcare team to ensure a favorable first impression and positive patient experience.
• Coordinates wide range of functions from prearrival to discharge utilizing multiple systems to service patients promptly in a fast paced, constantly changing environment.
• Performs pre-service validation prior to patient's appointment for in person or virtual visits.
• Assists patients in navigating self-serve technology options including MyChart and Self check-in kiosks, in person or remotely.
• Coordinates patient flow to ensure timely check-in and arrival to service area.
• Obtains, confirms, and accurately enters and updates demographic, financial, and clinical HIPAA protected information.
• Reviews real time eligibility insurance responses and updates coverages as needed.
• Conducts critical communication with patients or legal guardian facilitating the understanding of and obtaining signature on legal, ethical, and compliance related documents that must be presented and thoroughly explained to the patient prior to services being rendered.
• Answers and triages incoming calls, listens to patient/customers' needs, responds to questions, provides helpful solutions, directs calls, and documents messages using appropriate software in accordance with established protocol.
• Collects and processes large amounts of currency and performs end of day cash-drawer reconciliation and timely bank deposits.
• Cross trained to carry out all Front-End Revenue Cycle and Clinical Support functions and able to float across all areas and assist as needed.
• Knowledge of health care regulatory guidelines and compliance requirements including OSHA, HIPAA, JC, AHCA, EMTALA, and CMS.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• General knowledge of office procedures and operations.
• Skill in data entry with minimal errors.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.