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Patient Access Rep Float (PRN) - MTS Coolidge

Ochsner Health · Lafayette, LA · 2 mo ago
HealthcarePart-time

About the role

We're looking for someone who can greet patients and guests with warmth and efficiency, ensuring they have a smooth experience. Your role will involve managing patient registrations, admissions, and collections, all while providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Create, activate, and complete the patient scheduling, clinic registration, or hospital admission process.
  • Gather and input patient/guarantor demographic and financial information accurately.
  • Explain insurance benefits and collect co-pays, deductibles, and self-pay portions due.
  • Perform financial analysis and inform patients of their financial responsibility.
  • Balance cash drawer daily, prepare deposit slips, and follow closing cash drawer process.
  • Demonstrate respect and cooperation in all staff relationships, and resolve conflicts.
  • Adapt to different patient populations and maintain professional communication.
  • Other related duties as required.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • One year of related hospital, clinic, medical office, business services/revenue cycle, front line registration, financial counseling, banking, hotel retail, and/or customer service experience.
  • Preferred certifications: CHAM, CHAA, or Medical Assistant certification.

Skills and Abilities

  • Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and information retrieval.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Windows-style applications and software packages specific to the role.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Clerical skills and knowledge of healthcare insurance benefits, referral and authorization processes, and billing regulations.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and handle high-stress situations.
  • Collaborative working abilities.
  • Sound judgment in handling and escalating difficult situations.

Education

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. An associate's degree is preferred.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. Join us in making a difference!

Pay

Details on pay will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

The schedule will be discussed during the interview process.

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