Self Pay Collections Specialist

Self Pay Collections Specialist Schedule: Full Time Pay Range: $22.00 - $29.57 / Hourly Shift: Day shift Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm About this role Job Summary: Reports to the Supervisor of Financial Counseling, the position serves as the hospitals primary contact for patient reimbursement issues in accordance with established credit policies. The position provides cashiering services for Emerson Hospital. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Associates Degree preferred. Experience: 3-5 years full-time admitting experience with insurance knowledge preferred. Knowledge of insurance, precertification and referral procedures preferred. Experience in working with patients preferred. Licensure and/or Certification: None required. Skills: Knowledge of third-party payors. Knowledge of Medicare billing practices and regulations. Insurance verifications experience. Computer proficiency. Excellent interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with all organizational levels. Demonstrate organizational skills and ability to work accurately with detailed confidential information. Must have the ability to read, write and communicate in English. Must be highly organized, cooperative, and able to work well with others. Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks. Thorough understanding of team management concepts. Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology. The ability to effectively communicate with external organizations as well as various levels of management. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emerson Hospital