What are the responsibilities and job description for the FINANCIAL ACCESS REP II position at Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD?
Summary
The Insurance Verification Representative is responsible for all registration and financially related data collection prior to a patient arriving at the facility or after arrival at the facility depending on your role in the department. Maintains a thorough knowledge of all insurance requirements to ensure precertification, referral & authorization is obtained from contracted payers. Acts as a resource in department and offices; sometimes preparing “help fact sheets” or training.
Requirements
Education and Work Experience:
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
2 years in health care registration setting preferred
Specific Requirements
Customer service experience preferred
License Requirements: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category
Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
The Insurance Verification Representative is responsible for all registration and financially related data collection prior to a patient arriving at the facility or after arrival at the facility depending on your role in the department. Maintains a thorough knowledge of all insurance requirements to ensure precertification, referral & authorization is obtained from contracted payers. Acts as a resource in department and offices; sometimes preparing “help fact sheets” or training.
Requirements
Education and Work Experience:
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
2 years in health care registration setting preferred
Specific Requirements
Customer service experience preferred
- N/A
- Certification Requirements:
- N/A
- Age Specific Care Provided For:
- N/A
- Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Meditech (if applicable to position)
- Epic (if applicable to position)
- Performance Manager/NetLearning
- Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:
- Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
- Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
- Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
- Other Requirements:
- Must possess skills in basic computer knowledge
- Must be able to perform routine clerical tasks, copiers, scanners etc
- Must be able to accurately type 30 WPM
- Must be able to work calmly & effectively in a fast paced, hectic & at times hostile environment
- Must be able to prioritize tasks & responsibilities
- Must have personal integrity and the ability to function effectively as a team
Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category
- Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
- 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
- Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
- Voluntary Benefits
- Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
- Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
