What are the responsibilities and job description for the Access Care Representative - Patient Access - Temporary #517 position at Episcopal Health Services, Inc.?
Who We Are
St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is the only hospital providing emergency and ambulatory care to the densely populated, culturally and economically diverse, and medically underserved populations of the Rockaways and Five Towns in southern Queens County and southwestern Nassau County, New York. Celebrating over 110 years of community care, the 257-bed facility provides people of all faiths with comprehensive preventive, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services, regardless of ability to pay.
Come Grow With Us!
Type: Full-Time (75 hours biweekly) - Temporary
Shift: Days
Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay: $26.60 - $27.98 per hour
Job Description
The Access Care Representative participates in the team approach within Access Care to provide a comprehensive, coordinated and seamless service to our patients. Assists the patient through the registration process, obtains current and accurate demographic and insurance information. Validates status of insurance and determines amount to be covered by private carrier. Makes appropriate referrals to assist the uninsured population. Collects required fees and co-pays. Verifies participation in managed care program as well as authorization for hospital services with primary care provider. Schedules all ordered testing for outpatients and pre-surgical individuals.
Requirements/Skills
St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is the only hospital providing emergency and ambulatory care to the densely populated, culturally and economically diverse, and medically underserved populations of the Rockaways and Five Towns in southern Queens County and southwestern Nassau County, New York. Celebrating over 110 years of community care, the 257-bed facility provides people of all faiths with comprehensive preventive, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services, regardless of ability to pay.
Come Grow With Us!
Type: Full-Time (75 hours biweekly) - Temporary
Shift: Days
Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay: $26.60 - $27.98 per hour
Job Description
The Access Care Representative participates in the team approach within Access Care to provide a comprehensive, coordinated and seamless service to our patients. Assists the patient through the registration process, obtains current and accurate demographic and insurance information. Validates status of insurance and determines amount to be covered by private carrier. Makes appropriate referrals to assist the uninsured population. Collects required fees and co-pays. Verifies participation in managed care program as well as authorization for hospital services with primary care provider. Schedules all ordered testing for outpatients and pre-surgical individuals.
Requirements/Skills
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum of 2 years related experience and knowledge of medical terminology required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to upgrade to technical skills with installation of new technology.
Salary : $27 - $28
