Patient Access Representative - PT M-F Patient Transport

Job Summary

Responsible for duties in support of departmental efficiencies which may include greeting customers following Conifer Standards of Care, providing world‑class customer service, answering inbound & outbound calls, performing PBX operations, executing reception/basic demographic quick registration data entry, and thoroughly explaining and securing Hospital & patient legal forms (i.e., Advance Directives, Conditions of Services, Consent for Treatment, Important Message from Medicare, EMTALA, etc.).

• Greeting customers following Conifer Standards of Care, providing world‑class customer service, executing reception/basic demographic quick registration data entry, placing & verifying patient armbands, completing patient demographic forms, adhering to financial & cash control policies & procedures, and thoroughly explaining and securing Hospital & patient legal forms (i.e., Advance Directives, Conditions of Services, Consent for Treatment, Important Message from Medicare, EMTALA, etc.).
• Answering inbound & outbound phone calls, performing private branch exchange (PBX) telephone system operator functions in adherence to Hospital policies & protocols.
• Scanning Protected Health Information, creating and filing patient information packets/folders for upcoming Hospital services.

• Minimum typing skills of 35 wpm.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of PC/CRT/printer.
• Knowledge of function and relationships within a hospital environment preferred.
• Customer service skills and experience.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral and written communications.
• Course in Medical Terminology required.
• Understanding of Third Party Payor requirements preferred.
• Understanding of Compliance standards preferred.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with both internal and external clients that lead to more effective communication and a higher level of productivity and accuracy.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 year in a Customer Service role.
• 0–1 year administrative experience in a medical facility, health insurance, or related area preferred.
• Some college coursework is preferred.

• Must be able to sit at computer terminal for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally lift/carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent prolonged standing, sitting, and walking.
• Occasionally push a wheelchair to assist patients with mobility problems.

• Hospital administration.
• Can work in patient care locations which include potential exposure to life‑threatening patient conditions.

• Must be available to work hours and days as needed based on departmental/system demands.
• Uses proper negotiation techniques to professionally collect money owed by our Patients/Guarantors.
• Resolves Physician's office and Patient issues. May experience extreme patient volumes and uncooperative Patients.

As a part of the Tenet and Catholic Health Initiatives family, Conifer Health brings 30 years of healthcare industry expertise to clients in more than 135 local regions nationwide. We help our clients strengthen their financial and clinical performance, serve their communities and succeed at the business of healthcare. Conifer Health helps organizations transition from volume to value‑based care, enhance the consumer and patient healthcare experience and improve quality, cost and access to healthcare.

Are you ready to be part of our solutions? Welcome to the company that gives you the resources and incentives to redefine healthcare services, with a competitive benefits package and leadership to take your career to the next step!

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