Access Associate - Northridge Internal Medicine - Part-Time

Access Associate - Northridge Internal Medicine - Part-Time

UVA Health professionals share a common bond: to pursue excellence in everything we do for our patients. As an Access team member at UVA Health, you will be an integral member of a team dedicated to providing compassionate care for our patients. Access team members are the face of UVA Health - you are often the first and last contact for our patients and your interactions set the tone for each patient visit to UVA. This patient-focused role is responsible and accountable for various aspects of the patient access experience, including, but not limited to, basic appointment scheduling, demographic and insurance data collection, cash collections, and addressing the various needs of patients and families either in person or on the phone. Join a thriving work culture built on trust, respect, and engagement. Please complete this one application and someone will connect with you to discuss your area of interest. Building an exceptional work culture includes supporting our teams with exceptional benefits. UVA Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts.

This patient focused role is responsible and accountable for various aspects of the patient access experience including but not limited to basic appointment scheduling demographic and insurance data collection cash collections and addressing the various needs of the patient and family either in person or on the phone; Provides patients with tools both in paper and electronic format which are needed by the clinical and revenue cycle teams to ensure their experience at UVA is optimal; engages the patient/family in keeping them updated on various aspects of their visit. The starting base rate for this role is $17.50/hr. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's previous work experience, education, and/or experience.

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service both for in-person and telephone activities.
• Schedules and coordinates appointments with the correct provider using all appropriate information.
• Demonstrates expected behaviors applicable to the Health System scheduling and registration system and unit policies procedures and guidelines.
• Performs verification functions.
• Performs visit document activities accurately and timely.
• Demonstrates engagement in the work team and goals of the unit.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

*Must be available to work 1 Saturday morning shift per month *Onsite parking is available at the Northridge Building MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent. Customer service experience preferred. Experience: Preferred not required. Licensure: None required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) and repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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