Patient Accounting Coordinator Lead

Job Title Patient Accounting Coordinator Lead Department Health System Shared Services | Cash Job Description The Revenue Cycle for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is responsible for providing excellent customer service while processing patient demographic and insurance information efficiently and accurately. Areas within the Revenue Cycle include pre-registration, registration, pre-certification, financial clearance and counseling, financial assistance, scheduling, billing, claims follow-up, customer service and cash collection. The primary responsibility of staff with the Revenue Cycle is to ensure the collection of net revenue for services rendered. Position Summary Patient Financial Services Rep is responsible for all aspects of patient billing and collection processing in compliance with departmental policies and procedures. Department roles may include, but is not limited to: payment posting, cash reconciliation, refund/credit processing, insurance follow up, customer service in a call center setting, self pay collections, or claim submission. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED PC Knowledge and interpersonal, verbal, and written communication. Minimum 4 years experience in customer service or a healthcare environment. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree and at least 2 years experience in a healthcare setting, existing revenue cycle department or customer service role; 6 months or more experience in financial operations, banking or collections and demonstrated success of meeting standards established by previous employer; 2 years or more experience using PCs, websites, and Microsoft Office products, with emphasis in Word & Excel; Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal & written communication skills; Ability to handle difficult customers. Additional Information FUNCTION: FinanceSUB-FUNCTION: Revenue Cycle - Patient AccountingCAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - TechnicalCAREER LEVEL: 4 Location: Ackerman Rd, 660 (0242)Position Type: RegularScheduled Hours: 40Shift: First ShiftFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost. Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays. State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions. Culture & Mission The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence - and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Ohio State University