Patient Access Representative; PAR

Thayer County Health Services is proud to serve all of Thayer County and the surrounding areas. We continue to grow and expand our services to ensure you receive the care you need close to home—reducing the distance you travel for healthcare. Our commitment is to bring expert providers to you and your family, offering the quality care you deserve. Find the provider that’s right for you today.

It would be our honor to care for you!

Outstanding Compensation and

Incentives:

• Up to $20,000 in sign-on bonuses for certain positions!
• Up to$10,000
  in student loan forgiveness!
• Up to$2,500 in relocation reimbursement!

Thayer County Health Services Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Thayer County Health Services will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Thayer County Health Services does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances.

Position:Patient Access Representative (PAR)

Location: Hebron, NE

Job :345

# of Openings:1

Patient Access Representative (PAR)

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position contributes to the fulfillment of Thayer County Health Services vision and mission by scheduling and registering patients for clinic, hospital, lab, radiology, rehab and specialty services accurately, completely, and timely by following established standards and procedures. The Patient Access Representative is responsible for maximizing hospital reimbursement by utilizing sound knowledge of insurance requirements, upholds patient confidentiality and rights, and recognizes patients’ immediate needs and acts appropriately to meet their needs.

SHIFT: Full Time, Non-Exempt, Days, 40 hours/week

SUPERVISION: Reports to the Patient Accounts & Patient Financial Services Director

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Prior experience with registration functions for a Rural Health Clinic is preferred.
• Computer and keyboarding skills required.

• Conduct prescreening questions and duties as directed during the events or periods that require screening upon entering the facility.
• Greets patients in prompt fashion, inquiring about their needs and assisting when needed.
• Directs calls to the appropriate department or staff member.
• Screens incoming calls determine the urgency of the call, eliminating unnecessary interruptions of staff and providing quality care for patients.
• Schedules, reschedules and coordinates multiple appointments, diagnostic procedures and tests, including but not limited to clinic, lab, radiology, rehab and specialty.
  • Schedules appointments at appropriate locations.
  • Give patients appropriate instructions.
  • Understands and uses medical terminology for completions.
  • Communicate with other departments as needed.
• Schedules and registers current and future patients for clinic, hospital, lab, radiology, rehab and specialty appointments and procedures according to departmental guidelines.
  • Obtains data required to initiate and/or complete patient records including verification of all demographics, employment, retirement, accident and insurance information to ensure accuracy.
  • Ensures insurance precertification, referral, and authorization requirements have been met for commercial, government and worker’s compensation payers.
  • Obtains authorization signatures for consent to treatment, release of information, financial responsibility, and any other necessary forms.
  • Scans insurance cards, referrals, consents…