Patient Access Representative

Location

Mentor, OH | United States

Job description

req#: 247675

Location: Mentor, OH

Facilities: CC Mentor Hospital ,

Professional Area: Customer Service

Department: 5063 RCM PAS Mentor Finance-Finance

Job Code: U99943

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Evenings

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.   

The Patient Access Representative is responsible for registering, scheduling and preregistering patients for inpatients, emergency and outpatient tests and procedures. The Representative will educate patients regarding their benefit levels and will request, collect and record payments prior to or at time of service. Ensures a seamless model of access for patients, physicians and family members. 

The ideal future caregiver is someone who: 

• Has at least 2 years of customer service experience.  

• Is patient, kind and friendly.  

• Effectively manages their time and pays attention to details.  

• Is a quick and hands-on learner.  

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.  

This position offers growth within the department and organization and opportunities for professional development and learning to help you be successful in your career. 

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare. 

Responsibilities:

• Performs registrations by completing an accurate face to face interview to obtain demographic, insurance, medical and financial information.
• Cross-trained to staff all areas of Patient Access at any facility, including but not limited to, Front Desk, Admitting Office, ED and Cashier.
• Maintains productivity and quality standards.
• Functions as a Super User.
• Acts as a resource for training of new team members and during the implementation of new processes.
• Provided registration and cash collection access in Epic.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Certifications:

• None required.

Complexity of Work:

• Basic PC software application knowledge and ability to use multiple data systems required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to understand physician orders or completion of course within 1 year.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to multi-task and maintain composure in difficult situations in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrates a positive and professional approach and communicates effectively with customers and team members.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a customer facing role with in person or phone contact.
• An Associates degree may substitute for up to one year of the stated experience.
• A Bachelors degree my substitute for up to two years of the stated experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. 
• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.  
• Ability to work with physical records or operate a computer or other office equipment.  
• In some locations, ability to travel throughout the hospital system.  
• In some locations ability to move up to 25 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

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