Patient Advocate

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 2 year / Associate Degree in a related field (Required) ;In lieu of an Associates Degree; a Minimum of 4 years additional relevant experience is acceptable.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2 - 3 years Healthcare Financial counseling in a patient registration environment; or 2-4 years of Healthcare experience in registration or experience obtained through a financial institution, collection agency or similar work environment. (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Required Certifications/Licensures: CPAR Certification must be obtained within 20 months of hire, ACA Certification.

GENERAL SKILLS

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Mathematical
• Analytical
• Grammar/Spelling
• Read/Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good - manual dexterity
• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)