Patient Administrator

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Patient Administrator is to maintain office functions of the

Center, which include answering phone calls; verifying insurance and Medicare;

obtaining authorizations and scheduling patients; keeping records medical by Federal,

State, and County guidelines, as well as by the Company’s established policies and

procedures.

The position creates an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, positive emphasis,

and a calm attitude when visiting with staff, patients, and visitors.

Duties

The Patient Administrator will efficiently assist patients in navigating the check-in

and check-out processes and address patients' needs related to these functions.

Collaborates with the Office Manager in all decision-making regarding special

circumstances that may present with patients. Collecting and correctly recording all

payment and billing transactions, using established payment methods and

insurance billing protocols.

Physical, Emotional Demands, And Work Conditions

• Work is sedentary and ambulant with occasional physical exertion (lifting 30 or
  
  

more pounds, walking, standing, etc.) ability to support patient weight in case of

emergency or disability requiring assistance. Must be able to see, stoop, sit,

stand, bend, reach, and be mobile (whether natural or with accommodation).

• Quality of hearing (whether natural or with accommodation) must be acceptable.
  
  

Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing. Must be able to relate

to and work with mentally and physically ill, disabled, emotionally upset, and

hostile patients.

• Must be emotionally stable and exhibit the ability to display coping skills to deal
  
  

with multiple situations. Risk of exposure to infections, bloodborne pathogens,

and other potentially infectious materials or contagious diseases. For this reason,

"Universal Precautions" must always be followed.

• The Patient Administrator should understand, support, and comply with the
  
  

established workplace violence, ADA, EEOC, and Corporate Compliance

program and commit to worker safety, health, and patient safety. Subject to work

schedule and shift changes.

Supervision/ competency evaluations: Supervision and competency evaluations are

provided through facility monitoring activities, direct observation, staff meetings, in-services, management meetings, individual meetings, Employee Improvement

processes, reporting, interactions, strategic planning, outcomes, and annual

competency review.

Competencies

• Collects payment for services rendered.
• Accurately records payments received.
• Verifies patients' demographics on each visit, including checking ID and
  
  

insurance eligibility/information.

• Accurately enters demographic and accounting information.
• Reconciles end of day reports
• Answers phone calls professionally and promptly.
• Schedules all patient follow-up visits.
• Submits prior authorizations as required for all treatment services.
• Responds to all requests for medical records and processes by HIPAA and Part
  
  

42 CFR confidentiality requirements.

• Coordinates the delivery of prescriptions as authorized by the treating physician.
• Accurately compiles medical records, adhering to state and federal regulations
  
  

and best practice guidelines.

• Demonstrates competency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Types and enters data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Actively proofreads and edits written communication and patient documentation.
• Maintains accuracy of credit card transactions and entering payments.
• Effectively directs and organizes daily responsibilities and workflow.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate boundaries with patients, Multidisciplinary Treatment Team, and colleagues.
• Always exhibits a professional demeanor
  
  

Requirements

Patient Administrator Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Must have experience working in a medical office
  
  

environment, preferably in the mental health and substance abuse fields.

Competent in using computers, email, printers, scanners, facsimile, and

multiline phone systems. Previous experience with electronic health records

is preferred.

Special Requirements: Knowledge of applicable State Code of Regulations and

42 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 2. Compliance with accepted

professional standards and practices; Ongoing adherence to the NAADAC Code of

Ethics and any other applicable Codes of Ethics for their respective profession.

Continuing Education & Professional Licensing/Certification Requirements: The

employee is expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as requested

and required by their immediate supervisor. In addition, the employee is expected to

accept personal responsibility for other educational activities to enhance job-related

skills and abilities. The employee must attend mandatory educational programs and

maintain current professional certifications as delineated above in their state, in good

standing.

While this job description is intended to reflect the job requirements, management

reserves the right to add or remove duties from jobs when circumstances (e.g.,

emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments)

dictate. Furthermore, they do not establish an employment contract and are

subject to change at the employer’s discretion.