Patient Financial Advisor Third Shift Job Springfield Georgia USA,Healthcare

Description

Are you interested in building a career with other TOP PERFORMERS?

Effingham Health System is committed to providing exceptional care and services in an environment that supports professional growth, diversity, and inclusion. Every team member's experience and work-life balance are a priority in our organization.

EHS culture encourages and supports individuals in pursuing their career goals and well-being by providing work-life balance, flexible scheduling, career development, and all the benefits and perks you need for yourself and your family.

Shift: Third Shift

Benefits:

Retirement plans 403 (b) and 457
Health insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription Drug Plan
Hospital Discount
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Extended Days off (Sick time)
Employee assistance program
Strive
365 Wellness Program
Basic Life insurance (Employer Paid)
Voluntary Life insurance/Accident/Critical Illness
Disability (LTD and STD)
Tuition reimbursement
Legal and d
Discounted Gym membership
Cafeteria Payroll Deduction
Employee Perks Program
Student Loan Relief and Assistance
Employee Rewards and Recognition Program
Bereavement Leave

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Patient Access Manager, and in accordance with The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local guidelines, organizational and departmental policies and procedures the Patient Financial Advisor will provide financial planning assistance to non-emergent patients as well as perform the registration for patients presenting for services, maintain documentation, verify insurance, and accept payments. He/she will also educate patients having services on their insurance benefits and estimated liability and collect from them on the date of service.

The Patient Financial Advisor will work the radiology and operating room services schedules in advance to notify patients of estimated liability. Employees will communicate with medical staff, other departments, and outside agencies while maintaining confidentiality. Position requires self-motivation, creativity, and capabilities to function in a semi-autonomous role within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

Performs registration for all patients presenting for service.

Obtains, inputs, and transcribes accurate patient data.

Completes necessary forms including proper documentation/signatures, insurance information, either on paper or electronically.

Enters data into the computer with minimal errors.

Performs as a cashier for payments and maintains cash receipts with accuracy.

Notifies various departments that a patient needing their services has cleared registration.

Notifies the Emergency Department that a patient has arrived and needs triage.

Meets with patients to discuss financing options.

Assess insurance status. Verifies insurance benefits. Calculates and collects appropriate estimated liability from patients on services rendered or to be rendered.

Obtain payment of applicable co-payments, deductibles, and/or co-insurance according to health plans.

Discusses with uninsured patients their financial obligations and referral options as per policy.

Navigates through EHS software systems to obtain the patient’s financial responsibility.

Explains the Helping Hands program option, if applicable.

Work with ARx Outbound report to collect on accounts that were not collected on the date of service.

Provide a courteous response to patient contact and answer questions on accounts or collections by patients regarding billing or amounts due.

Responsible for calling scheduled surgery and radiology patients to advise them of their estimated patient liability before the date of service and noting accounts of patient intention to pay if not paid over the phone.

Meet with patients presenting…