Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is Hiring a Patient Access Associate 2- Gastro (Fair Oaks) Near Fairfax, VA
The Patient Access Associate 2 admits and schedules patients, conducts insurance verifications, and provides financial counseling. Ensures patient safety by demonstrating effective problem solving and effective communication skills. Engages in active listening when dealing with a customer complaints. Job Responsibilities
Expresses sincere concern and empathy when dealing with customer complaints.
Accesses appropriate systems/services to confirm insurance coverage or other means of payment.
Communicates scheduling changes to patients, staff, physicians and patient representatives in a timely and professional manner.
Identifies and communicates payroll authorization and referral requirements to patients.
Explains insurance benefits and patient liability by using appropriate communication methods/styles.
Reports safety hazards/violations and takes appropriate action to protect the environment and guests until help arrives – if necessary.
Delivers an acceptable volume of work with high levels of accuracy while improving inefficiencies and minimizing repetitive errors by revising current workflow procedures.
Recognizes when a problem needs to be elevated for resolution and involves others in the problem solving process when additional input is needed.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Additional RequirementsExperience - 1 year of healthcare patient access experience or 1 year of experience in healthcare revenue cycle Or Bachelors degree in lieu of experience. Education - High School diploma or equivalent