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  • Patient Service Representative

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    Essential Functions Provide medical and surgical office front desk support to Surgical practice. Greet patients, collect co-pays, answer telephones, schedule patient appointments and testing, ensure necessary referrals are in place, verify and update patient demographics into electronic health record. Escort patient to exam room for provider during clinic. Schedule appointments, ancillary testing and surgery Request prior authorizations for medical procedures/diagnostic exams and surgery. Refer medical questions to appropriate sources (Physician, Manager, or Director. Prepare end of day cash/copay reports. Submit billing to our billing vendor with appropriate supporting documentation. Respond to billing companies requests for documentation or clarification of charges. Participate in special projects as identified by the Physician, Manager or Director Minimum Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent Proficiency with computers and medical terminology preferred Pay Range: $19.52 - $26.28 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $19.5-26.3 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Patient Access Rep - 24H Emergency Room - 11pm - 7am

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Working in Patient Access and as a member of the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) System Services team, you can have a career that allows you to grow and advance while making a difference in people's lives. We use a coordinated approach to delivering administrative and operational services across our entire healthcare system. By leveraging resources across the organization, we're able to provide high-quality, high-value care to the patients and the communities we proudly serve. The Patient Access Representative ensures that the patient experience in accessing healthcare at BILH is efficient and welcoming, and that patient confidentiality is respected and patient safety is preserved. Performs a variety of functions to support an accurate, safe, and customer-focused registration process, either electronically, telephonically or in person. The Patient Access Representative ensures that all proper patient financial and demographic information is obtained and processed so BILH is fully reimbursed for clinical services provided. The Patient Access Representative handles patient questions and requests accurately and efficiently, ideally with first-call resolution, or by making appropriate referrals to other departments, based on the original purpose of the question and any other questions or requests subsequently disclosed by the patient. Extensive training including Electronic Health Record (EHR) is provided. Our team works in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, helping our patients navigate their healthcare journey. Job Description:Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:Registration:1. Registers patients presenting for visits. Explains the registration process to patients and responds to patient questions. 2. Processes patient co-payments, co-insurance, deductibles, and balances due. Safeguards cash, checks and receipts and reconciles cash drawer at the end of each business day. Assists patients with Kiosk check-in as needed. 3. Completes the Medicare Secondary Payer Questionnaire for each patient and adjusts patient coverage based on results. 4. Instructs patients and obtains signatures on consent forms, financial forms, and other documents required by the clinical department; distributes documents to patients; scans, processes, and records receipt of all documents collected during registration encounter. 5. Counsels patients regarding non-covered services, obtaining signatures on Advance Notice Beneficiaries (ABNs), consents and waivers. 6. Monitors patient waiting area for a smooth, efficient registration flow. Advises patients of potential delays and takes steps to ensure a pleasant patient experience. 7. Responds to patient concerns and potential patient safety issues accordingly. Recognizes health conditions that are a possible risk to others and adheres to appropriate established procedures to help contain risk. 8. Assures a neat, orderly registration desk and patient waiting area, securing all confidential patient information. Scheduling:9. Initiates patient scheduling activities by prioritizing and accessing a variety of sources, including patient phone calls and digital messaging, orders, scheduled order work queues. 10. Utilizes a variety of information sources to schedule, reschedule, and cancel patient appointments. Information sources include online questionnaires, offline materials, and subgroup searches. 11. Establishes working relationships with staff of assigned clinical departments. Understands and correctly applies unique clinical department scheduling protocols. 12. Remains current on scheduling protocols and applies judgment, or seeks management assistance, to ensure safe patient care when clinical department scheduling protocols do not meet patient needs. 13. Ensures all required key patient scheduling and registration information is captured and verified. Key information includes referring physician information, insurance coverage, demographics, and contact information. 14. Identifies and communicates to Patient Access management issues that may impact the timeliness and accuracy of patient appointments and subsequent patient care. 15. Strictly follows confidentiality and equipment security and safeguarding guidelines when working in a remote setting. Maintains productivity, quality, and accuracy levels and communicates regularly with the Supervisor and Manager. Pre-Registration:16. Efficiently registers patients, capturing and verifying all required information in order to identify the patient, contact the patient, and receive proper reimbursement for services on initial claim submission. 17. Ascertains, creates, and assigns the guarantor for each patient, including personal/family relations, workers compensation insurance, third parties, behavioral health, or others as required. 18. Identifies records and verifies patient insurance coverage using real-time eligibility (RTE); reviews the insurer's response to each verification request and takes appropriate action based on this response. 19. Applies the appropriate guarantor and insurance to each patient visit. 20. Communicates financial clearance status to patients. Advises patients of contract status, self-pay status, and payment responsibility and schedules patients with Financial Counseling as needed. Minimum Qualifications:Education: High school degree or equivalent. Associate's degree preferred. Licensure, Certification & Registration: NoneExperience: 1-3 years related work experience. Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Able to work successfully in a fast-paced, multi-task environment, where some independent decision-making is necessary. Able to process electronic information and data accurately and efficiently. Preferred Qualifications & Skills:· Call Center and/or telephone customer service experience · Strong typing skills 40+wpm. Knowledge of medical terminology · Bilingual written and verbal communication skills · Familiar with EHR Software Pay Range: $20. 50 - $27. 59The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20.5-27.6 hourly 6d ago
  • Patient Access Representative

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. 24hpw; Night Shift; Rotating weekends and holidays Job Description:Duties/Responsibilities: Responsible for the accurate intake of patient demographics; obtaining reimbursable diagnosis/reason for service; verifying insurances for eligibility and obtaining of preauthorization of insurance provider as required. Obtain all necessary consents/signatures. Distribute to patients all required notifications/documents. Clear patient for co-pay and/or deductibles. Collect payment in accordance with credit and collection policy. Communicate with patient by phone in advance for pre-registration, in order to schedule the patient. Review with Asst. Director then PAC any problem prior to date of service. Perform mobile registration when necessary. Cross train to all registration/admitting areas as needed. It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required. Education/Experience Required: HS Diploma Knowledge of medical terminology, problem-solving techniques, strong interpersonal skills, effective oral and written communication skills, strong keyboarding and basic computer skills. Previous experience with hospital registration system and secretarial experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to function independently with minimal supervision. Possesses good decision-making skills and demonstrated ability to work under pressure, maintaining a helpful and courteous manner. Ability to type at 35 WPM. Registration/Certification: N/A Pay Range: $18. 44 - $32. 35This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. The pay range for this position is established and governed by the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Employees hired into this position will receive compensation consistent with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $18.4-32.4 hourly 44d ago
  • Patient Service Representative - Pain Management Center 8am - 4:30pm

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. The Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine provides a full range of leading-edge anesthesia services in all operating rooms, intensive care units, obstetric, and non-surgical procedure areas (including gastrointestinal endoscopy, and electrophysiology) at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston. Our first commitment is to provide compassionate, world-class care to all our patients. We are one of the top academic anesthesia departments in the US in clinical anesthesia and research and, as a Harvard Medical School affiliated hospital, our educational programs are among the best in the country. The department is internationally recognized for both clinical care and research. Our renowned research program produces innovative work that is making major strides in improving patient care in anesthesia, critical care, pain and headache treatment. We also have advanced innovative technologies in the field, including 3-D imaging and guided ultrasound to provide minimally-invasive, safe care for the most successful outcomes. Our department continues to grow and thrive in a culture of respect that supports the professional development and personal well-being of our staff. In addition, we have a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and actively seek a diverse workforce that celebrates and honors the many cultures and perspectives represented by our staff. This position is a part of the William Arnold - Carol A. Warfield, MD Pain Management Center at One Brookline Place, conveniently located next to the Brookline Village T stop. Our pain clinicians offer a wide-range of compassionate, comprehensive and cutting-edge treatments for chronic and complex pain and for migraine and other types of headache pain. Job Description: Essential Responsibilities: Answers, screens and processes a high volume of calls in a professional manner. Utilizes and adheres to the phone scripts and guidelines for triaging calls. Asks appropriate questions and uses independent judgment within scope of knowledge and authority to determine the type of appointment, appropriate provider and urgency needed. Utilizes centralized scheduling system and software applications to schedule appointments. Verifies and updates patients' demographic information and transfers to registration for update as needed. Obtains necessary referrals for scheduled visit and documents in system. Document appropriate payer information, including worker's compensation and auto liability. Informs patient of necessary preparation for scheduled visit, including providing documents, films and notes from other providers, required preparation and protocol for diagnostic tests and procedures. Coordinates and interprets multiple data sets required for efficient scheduling of office visits, diagnostic tests and procedures. Coordinates availability of professional services for maximum cost effective utilization of staff, space, equipment and optimal timing for patients and providers. Addresses scheduling problems and concerns with manager to resolve issues. Records and forwards accurate messages to providers and staff. Triages calls for urgent information or services to appropriate staff. Responds to requests for information or assistance within scope of knowledge and authority. Resolves and responds to provider email requests in an efficient and professional manner. Required Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required. Associate's degree preferred. 1-3 years related work experience required. Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. Preferred Qualifications: Call Center and/or telephone customer service experience Strong typing skills 40+wpm. Knowledge of medical terminology Bilingual written and verbal communication skills Competencies: Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance. Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents. Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager. Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers. Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers. Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations. Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members. Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Physical Nature of the Job: Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally in carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling objects. Sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally Pay Range: $20.50 - $25.50 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20.5-25.5 hourly Auto-Apply 54d ago
  • Admission Patient Representative - 32 hours

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    You will be responsible for completing registration of patients in a behavioral health setting, verifying insurance eligibility, entering insurance authorizations, signing patients in to the hospital, triage of incoming phone calls to the admissions area and providing administrative and clerical support services to management and clinical staff. Obtaining demographic and insurance information in order to complete patient registration in EPIC Orienting patients to the inpatient hospital setting and explaining admission process Complete the admissions process, obtaining patient consent to treatment, explaining legal status and review patient rights Verifying insurance coverage and documenting insurance verification and authorizations Assist in maintaining safety in patient area by responding to patient needs and inquiries, keeping patients informed of admission progress and escorting patients to the unit Provide referral information to patients that do not meet criteria for admission Offer information, referral & crisis intervention service to persons telephoning or visiting the site Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum HS diploma, Bachelors or Associates degree preferred Knowledge of electronic medical records, knowledge of behavioral health insurance coverage Ability to interact with patients and colleagues in a professional manner, good customer service skills, able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, multi-person office, comfortable with behavioral health patient population Minimum 1-2 years experience in hospital registration/admission/insurance verification Fluent in English with ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing Pay Range: $19.50 - $26.24 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $19.5-26.2 hourly Auto-Apply 12d ago
  • Patient Service Representative

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Patient Service Representative plans, oversees & organizes daily operations in busy orthopedic practice. This position requires the ability to report to various sites, wherever there is a need for coverage on the particular day the PSR is scheduled. Job Description: Under the direction of the physician, Manager, and/or Director, support day-to-day front desk operations for the physician practice. Perform initial intake by collecting patient insurance data, demographics, and co-pays. Obtain all necessary patient signatures. Scan insurance cards and driver's licenses into electronic health records. Enter all required data into electronic health records, ensuring meaningful use and managed care, and quality requirements are being met. Verify patients' insurance eligibility and ensure all necessary referrals/pre-certifications and records are in place by the time of visit. Respond to the billing company's requests for documentation or clarification of charges. Prepare the next day's paperwork and schedules. Confirm provider schedules and adjust as needed. Assist with mail pick-up and delivery. Separate, distribute, and scan mail. Provide phone support and monitor fax inboxes as needed. Assist with surgical, ancillary testing, and consultation scheduling as necessary. Enter orders in EMR as needed Other duties and special projects, as identified and assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers. Ability to demonstrate a full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures, and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations. Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of the immediate work group(s) by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members. Several years of experience in busy medical setting -Ability to multi-task and take initiative. Team player. Superb verbal and written communication skills. Respectfulness of cultural and socioeconomic differences. Comfortable asking for help and accepting constructive criticism EDUCATION: Associate's Degree / Bachelor's Degree Preferred REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE 3-5 years Pay Range: $19.52 - $26.28 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $19 hourly Auto-Apply 4d ago
  • Patient Access Rep - Mt. Auburn

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Working in Patient Access and as a member of the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) System Services team, you can have a career that allows you to grow and advance while making a difference in people's lives. We use a coordinated approach to delivering administrative and operational services across our entire healthcare system. By leveraging resources across the organization, we're able to provide high-quality, high-value care to the patients and the communities we proudly serve. The Patient Access Representative ensures that the patient experience in accessing healthcare at BILH is efficient and welcoming, and that patient confidentiality is respected and patient safety is preserved. Performs a variety of functions to support an accurate, safe, and customer-focused registration process, either electronically, telephonically or in person. The Patient Access Representative ensures that all proper patient financial and demographic information is obtained and processed so BILH is fully reimbursed for clinical services provided. The Patient Access Representative handles patient questions and requests accurately and efficiently, ideally with first-call resolution, or by making appropriate referrals to other departments, based on the original purpose of the question and any other questions or requests subsequently disclosed by the patient. Extensive training including Electronic Health Record (EHR) is provided. Our team works in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, helping our patients navigate their healthcare journey. Job Description:Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:Registration:1. Registers patients presenting for visits. Explains the registration process to patients and responds to patient questions. 2. Processes patient co-payments, co-insurance, deductibles, and balances due. Safeguards cash, checks and receipts and reconciles cash drawer at the end of each business day. Assists patients with Kiosk check-in as needed. 3. Completes the Medicare Secondary Payer Questionnaire for each patient and adjusts patient coverage based on results. 4. Instructs patients and obtains signatures on consent forms, financial forms, and other documents required by the clinical department; distributes documents to patients; scans, processes, and records receipt of all documents collected during registration encounter. 5. Counsels patients regarding non-covered services, obtaining signatures on Advance Notice Beneficiaries (ABNs), consents and waivers. 6. Monitors patient waiting area for a smooth, efficient registration flow. Advises patients of potential delays and takes steps to ensure a pleasant patient experience. 7. Responds to patient concerns and potential patient safety issues accordingly. Recognizes health conditions that are a possible risk to others and adheres to appropriate established procedures to help contain risk. 8. Assures a neat, orderly registration desk and patient waiting area, securing all confidential patient information. Scheduling:9. Initiates patient scheduling activities by prioritizing and accessing a variety of sources, including patient phone calls and digital messaging, orders, scheduled order work queues. 10. Utilizes a variety of information sources to schedule, reschedule, and cancel patient appointments. Information sources include online questionnaires, offline materials, and subgroup searches. 11. Establishes working relationships with staff of assigned clinical departments. Understands and correctly applies unique clinical department scheduling protocols. 12. Remains current on scheduling protocols and applies judgment, or seeks management assistance, to ensure safe patient care when clinical department scheduling protocols do not meet patient needs. 13. Ensures all required key patient scheduling and registration information is captured and verified. Key information includes referring physician information, insurance coverage, demographics, and contact information. 14. Identifies and communicates to Patient Access management issues that may impact the timeliness and accuracy of patient appointments and subsequent patient care. 15. Strictly follows confidentiality and equipment security and safeguarding guidelines when working in a remote setting. Maintains productivity, quality, and accuracy levels and communicates regularly with the Supervisor and Manager. Pre-Registration:16. Efficiently registers patients, capturing and verifying all required information in order to identify the patient, contact the patient, and receive proper reimbursement for services on initial claim submission. 17. Ascertains, creates, and assigns the guarantor for each patient, including personal/family relations, workers compensation insurance, third parties, behavioral health, or others as required. 18. Identifies records and verifies patient insurance coverage using real-time eligibility (RTE); reviews the insurer's response to each verification request and takes appropriate action based on this response. 19. Applies the appropriate guarantor and insurance to each patient visit. 20. Communicates financial clearance status to patients. Advises patients of contract status, self-pay status, and payment responsibility and schedules patients with Financial Counseling as needed. Minimum Qualifications:Education: High school degree or equivalent. Associate's degree preferred. Licensure, Certification & Registration: NoneExperience: 1-3 years related work experience. Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Able to work successfully in a fast-paced, multi-task environment, where some independent decision-making is necessary. Able to process electronic information and data accurately and efficiently. Preferred Qualifications & Skills:· Call Center and/or telephone customer service experience · Strong typing skills 40+wpm. Knowledge of medical terminology · Bilingual written and verbal communication skills · Familiar with EHR Software Pay Range: $20. 50 - $27. 59The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20.5-27.6 hourly 4d ago
  • Patient Access Rep-3:30PM-12AM - Mt Auburn

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Working in Patient Access and as a member of the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) System Services team, you can have a career that allows you to grow and advance while making a difference in people's lives. We use a coordinated approach to delivering administrative and operational services across our entire healthcare system. By leveraging resources across the organization, we're able to provide high-quality, high-value care to the patients and the communities we proudly serve. The Patient Access Representative ensures that the patient experience in accessing healthcare at BILH is efficient and welcoming, and that patient confidentiality is respected and patient safety is preserved. Performs a variety of functions to support an accurate, safe, and customer-focused registration process, either electronically, telephonically or in person. The Patient Access Representative ensures that all proper patient financial and demographic information is obtained and processed so BILH is fully reimbursed for clinical services provided. The Patient Access Representative handles patient questions and requests accurately and efficiently, ideally with first-call resolution, or by making appropriate referrals to other departments, based on the original purpose of the question and any other questions or requests subsequently disclosed by the patient. Extensive training including Electronic Health Record (EHR) is provided. Our team works in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, helping our patients navigate their healthcare journey. Job Description:Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:Registration:1. Registers patients presenting for visits. Explains the registration process to patients and responds to patient questions. 2. Processes patient co-payments, co-insurance, deductibles, and balances due. Safeguards cash, checks and receipts and reconciles cash drawer at the end of each business day. Assists patients with Kiosk check-in as needed. 3. Completes the Medicare Secondary Payer Questionnaire for each patient and adjusts patient coverage based on results. 4. Instructs patients and obtains signatures on consent forms, financial forms, and other documents required by the clinical department; distributes documents to patients; scans, processes, and records receipt of all documents collected during registration encounter. 5. Counsels patients regarding non-covered services, obtaining signatures on Advance Notice Beneficiaries (ABNs), consents and waivers. 6. Monitors patient waiting area for a smooth, efficient registration flow. Advises patients of potential delays and takes steps to ensure a pleasant patient experience. 7. Responds to patient concerns and potential patient safety issues accordingly. Recognizes health conditions that are a possible risk to others and adheres to appropriate established procedures to help contain risk. 8. Assures a neat, orderly registration desk and patient waiting area, securing all confidential patient information. Scheduling:9. Initiates patient scheduling activities by prioritizing and accessing a variety of sources, including patient phone calls and digital messaging, orders, scheduled order work queues. 10. Utilizes a variety of information sources to schedule, reschedule, and cancel patient appointments. Information sources include online questionnaires, offline materials, and subgroup searches. 11. Establishes working relationships with staff of assigned clinical departments. Understands and correctly applies unique clinical department scheduling protocols. 12. Remains current on scheduling protocols and applies judgment, or seeks management assistance, to ensure safe patient care when clinical department scheduling protocols do not meet patient needs. 13. Ensures all required key patient scheduling and registration information is captured and verified. Key information includes referring physician information, insurance coverage, demographics, and contact information. 14. Identifies and communicates to Patient Access management issues that may impact the timeliness and accuracy of patient appointments and subsequent patient care. 15. Strictly follows confidentiality and equipment security and safeguarding guidelines when working in a remote setting. Maintains productivity, quality, and accuracy levels and communicates regularly with the Supervisor and Manager. Pre-Registration:16. Efficiently registers patients, capturing and verifying all required information in order to identify the patient, contact the patient, and receive proper reimbursement for services on initial claim submission. 17. Ascertains, creates, and assigns the guarantor for each patient, including personal/family relations, workers compensation insurance, third parties, behavioral health, or others as required. 18. Identifies records and verifies patient insurance coverage using real-time eligibility (RTE); reviews the insurer's response to each verification request and takes appropriate action based on this response. 19. Applies the appropriate guarantor and insurance to each patient visit. 20. Communicates financial clearance status to patients. Advises patients of contract status, self-pay status, and payment responsibility and schedules patients with Financial Counseling as needed. Minimum Qualifications:Education: High school degree or equivalent. Associate's degree preferred. Licensure, Certification & Registration: NoneExperience: 1-3 years related work experience. Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Able to work successfully in a fast-paced, multi-task environment, where some independent decision-making is necessary. Able to process electronic information and data accurately and efficiently. Preferred Qualifications & Skills:· Call Center and/or telephone customer service experience · Strong typing skills 40+wpm. Knowledge of medical terminology · Bilingual written and verbal communication skills · Familiar with EHR Software Pay Range: $20. 50 - $27. 59The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20.5-27.6 hourly 26d ago
  • Scheduler 2

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    **Essential Responsibilities including but not limited to:** 1. Schedules patients for procedures; post-operative appointments, pre-admission testing, testing, surgery, follow up and wait list process. Notify patients in-person and via mail of scheduled procedures. Ensures all communications are timely and provide complete details of procedure, location, and time and required. Provides patients with information pertaining to testing and surgery. 2. Maintains multiple applications for scheduling of procedures & collection of patient data. Schedules location of procedure, medical staff & clinical resources. Completes accurate & timely journal entries. Collaborates with both internal & external partners to obtain resources. Maintains physician &/or surgeon's schedule. Registers patient & ensures demographic data is entered accurately. 3. Communicates schedules on a daily basis. Reviews with advisor. Updates staff with revisions. Posts schedules. 4. Acts as liaison to with internal departments and external resources and agencies. 5. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. Obtains and processes referrals for procedures. 6. Oversees documenting of procedures and resources. Maintains and tracks service and procedure to ensure procedures and equipment usage are captured. Generates log for review and enters revisions. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. 7. Contracts with vendors to coordinate delivery of equipment. Coordinates delivery to patient's residence. Ensures resources for procedures are maintained and available for scheduled procedures **Required Qualifications:** - High School diploma or GED required. - 3-5 years related work experience required. - Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. **Pay Range:** $21.53 - $28.97 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. **As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.** **More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.** **Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled**
    $21.5-29 hourly 8d ago
  • Neurointerventional Scheduler

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    **Essential Responsibilities including but not limited to:** 1. Schedules patients for procedures; post-operative appointments, pre-admission testing, testing, surgery, follow up and wait list process. Notify patients in-person and via mail of scheduled procedures. Ensures all communications are timely and provide complete details of procedure, location, and time and required. Provides patients with information pertaining to testing and surgery. 2. Maintains multiple applications for scheduling of procedures & collection of patient data. Schedules location of procedure, medical staff & clinical resources. Completes accurate & timely journal entries. Collaborates with both internal & external partners to obtain resources. Maintains physician &/or surgeon's schedule. Registers patient & ensures demographic data is entered accurately. 3. Communicates schedules on a daily basis. Reviews with advisor. Updates staff with revisions. Posts schedules. 4. Acts as liaison to with internal departments and external resources and agencies. 5. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. Obtains and processes referrals for procedures. 6. Oversees documenting of procedures and resources. Maintains and tracks service and procedure to ensure procedures and equipment usage are captured. Generates log for review and enters revisions. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. 7. Contracts with vendors to coordinate delivery of equipment. Coordinates delivery to patient's residence. Ensures resources for procedures are maintained and available for scheduled procedures **Required Qualifications:** - High School diploma or GED required. - 3-5 years related work experience required. - Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. **Pay Range:** $21.53 - $28.97 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. **As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.** **More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.** **Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled**
    $21.5-29 hourly 8d ago
  • Scheduler II -Infusion Department

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    **When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** Primarily in Burlington, with an every third Saturday commitment at Lahey Medical Center in Peabody. 40 hours per week Coordinates the scheduling for patient procedures and services within the Infusion department. **Job Description:** **Essential Responsibilities including but not limited to:** 1. Schedules patients for procedures; post-operative appointments, pre-admission testing, testing, surgery, follow up and wait list process. Notify patients in-person and via mail of scheduled procedures. Ensures all communications are timely and provide complete details of procedure, location, and time and required. Provides patients with information pertaining to testing and surgery. 2. Maintains multiple applications for scheduling of procedures & collection of patient data. Schedules location of procedure, medical staff & clinical resources. Completes accurate & timely journal entries. Collaborates with both internal & external partners to obtain resources. Maintains physician &/or surgeon's schedule. Registers patient & ensures demographic data is entered accurately. 3. Communicates schedules on a daily basis. Reviews with advisor. Updates staff with revisions. Posts schedules. 4. Acts as liaison to with internal departments and external resources and agencies. 5. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. Obtains and processes referrals for procedures. 6. Oversees documenting of procedures and resources. Maintains and tracks service and procedure to ensure procedures and equipment usage are captured. Generates log for review and enters revisions. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. 7. Contracts with vendors to coordinate delivery of equipment. Coordinates delivery to patient's residence. Ensures resources for procedures are maintained and available for scheduled procedures **Required Qualifications:** - High School diploma or GED required. - 3-5 years related work experience required. - Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. **Pay Range:** $21.53 - $28.97 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. **As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.** **More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.** **Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled**
    $21.5-29 hourly 48d ago
  • Patient Access Rep - 40 Hour Days - Rotating

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. This is a full-time, Day shift position with a Variable schedule. Hours will vary between 6am-2:30pm, 7am-3:30pm, 7:30am-4pm and 8:30am-5pm. Rotating Weekends, Rotating holidays and on call is required. Working in Patient Access and as a member of the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) System Services team, you can have a career that allows you to grow and advance while making a difference in people's lives. We use a coordinated approach to delivering administrative and operational services across our entire healthcare system. By leveraging resources across the organization, we're able to provide high-quality, high-value care to the patients and the communities we proudly serve. The Patient Access Representative ensures that the patient experience in accessing healthcare at BILH is efficient and welcoming, and that patient confidentiality is respected and patient safety is preserved. Performs a variety of functions to support an accurate, safe, and customer-focused registration process, either electronically, telephonically or in person. The Patient Access Representative ensures that all proper patient financial and demographic information is obtained and processed so BILH is fully reimbursed for clinical services provided. The Patient Access Representative handles patient questions and requests accurately and efficiently, ideally with first-call resolution, or by making appropriate referrals to other departments, based on the original purpose of the question and any other questions or requests subsequently disclosed by the patient. Extensive training including Electronic Health Record (EHR) is provided. Our team works in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, helping our patients navigate their healthcare journey. Job Description:Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:Registration:1. Registers patients presenting for visits. Explains the registration process to patients and responds to patient questions. 2. Processes patient co-payments, co-insurance, deductibles, and balances due. Safeguards cash, checks and receipts and reconciles cash drawer at the end of each business day. Assists patients with Kiosk check-in as needed. 3. Completes the Medicare Secondary Payer Questionnaire for each patient and adjusts patient coverage based on results. 4. Instructs patients and obtains signatures on consent forms, financial forms, and other documents required by the clinical department; distributes documents to patients; scans, processes, and records receipt of all documents collected during registration encounter. 5. Counsels patients regarding non-covered services, obtaining signatures on Advance Notice Beneficiaries (ABNs), consents and waivers. 6. Monitors patient waiting area for a smooth, efficient registration flow. Advises patients of potential delays and takes steps to ensure a pleasant patient experience. 7. Responds to patient concerns and potential patient safety issues accordingly. Recognizes health conditions that are a possible risk to others and adheres to appropriate established procedures to help contain risk. 8. Assures a neat, orderly registration desk and patient waiting area, securing all confidential patient information. Scheduling:9. Initiates patient scheduling activities by prioritizing and accessing a variety of sources, including patient phone calls and digital messaging, orders, scheduled order work queues. 10. Utilizes a variety of information sources to schedule, reschedule, and cancel patient appointments. Information sources include online questionnaires, offline materials, and subgroup searches. 11. Establishes working relationships with staff of assigned clinical departments. Understands and correctly applies unique clinical department scheduling protocols. 12. Remains current on scheduling protocols and applies judgment, or seeks management assistance, to ensure safe patient care when clinical department scheduling protocols do not meet patient needs. 13. Ensures all required key patient scheduling and registration information is captured and verified. Key information includes referring physician information, insurance coverage, demographics, and contact information. 14. Identifies and communicates to Patient Access management issues that may impact the timeliness and accuracy of patient appointments and subsequent patient care. 15. Strictly follows confidentiality and equipment security and safeguarding guidelines when working in a remote setting. Maintains productivity, quality, and accuracy levels and communicates regularly with the Supervisor and Manager. Pre-Registration:16. Efficiently registers patients, capturing and verifying all required information in order to identify the patient, contact the patient, and receive proper reimbursement for services on initial claim submission. 17. Ascertains, creates, and assigns the guarantor for each patient, including personal/family relations, workers compensation insurance, third parties, behavioral health, or others as required. 18. Identifies records and verifies patient insurance coverage using real-time eligibility (RTE); reviews the insurer's response to each verification request and takes appropriate action based on this response. 19. Applies the appropriate guarantor and insurance to each patient visit. 20. Communicates financial clearance status to patients. Advises patients of contract status, self-pay status, and payment responsibility and schedules patients with Financial Counseling as needed. Minimum Qualifications:Education: High school degree or equivalent. Associate's degree preferred. Licensure, Certification & Registration: NoneExperience: 1-3 years related work experience. Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Able to work successfully in a fast-paced, multi-task environment, where some independent decision-making is necessary. Able to process electronic information and data accurately and efficiently. Preferred Qualifications & Skills:· Call Center and/or telephone customer service experience · Strong typing skills 40+wpm. Knowledge of medical terminology · Bilingual written and verbal communication skills · Familiar with EHR Software Pay Range: $20. 50 - $27. 59The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20 hourly 14d ago
  • Scheduler- Cancer Services

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    **When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** Scheduler for the Cancer Services department in Peabody. Coordinates the scheduling for patient procedures and services. Related experience required. **Job Description:** **Essential Responsibilities including but not limited to:** 1. Schedules patients for procedures; post-operative appointments, pre-admission testing, testing, surgery, follow up and wait list process. Notify patients in-person and via mail of scheduled procedures. Ensures all communications are timely and provide complete details of procedure, location, and time and required. Provides patients with information pertaining to testing and surgery. 2. Maintains multiple applications for scheduling of procedures & collection of patient data. Schedules location of procedure, medical staff & clinical resources. Completes accurate & timely journal entries. Collaborates with both internal & external partners to obtain resources. Maintains physician &/or surgeon's schedule. Registers patient & ensures demographic data is entered accurately. 3. Communicates schedules on a daily basis. Reviews with advisor. Updates staff with revisions. Posts schedules. 4. Acts as liaison to with internal departments and external resources and agencies. 5. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. Obtains and processes referrals for procedures. 6. Oversees documenting of procedures and resources. Maintains and tracks service and procedure to ensure procedures and equipment usage are captured. Generates log for review and enters revisions. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. 7. Contracts with vendors to coordinate delivery of equipment. Coordinates delivery to patient's residence. Ensures resources for procedures are maintained and available for scheduled procedures **Required Qualifications:** - High School diploma or GED required. - 3-5 years related work experience required. - Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. **Pay Range:** $21.53 - $28.97 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. **As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.** **More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.** **Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled**
    $21.5-29 hourly 29d ago
  • Patient Coordinator, Spine Center

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. The Patient Coordinator will support the Spine Center at New England Baptist Hospital. The anticipated schedule will be Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 4:30pm, however could adjust based on facility needs. Job Description: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Scheduling /Pre-registration Responsible for scheduling outpatient appointments for the assigned department according to scheduling protocol. Communicates clearly and appropriately with patients, while demonstrating respect, courtesy, and sensitivity. Pre-registration: Responsible for pre-registration of patients, patient interviews, and updating the hospital computer system with accurate information. Interviews patients by phone to obtain all required information for hospital records and billing system. Pre-registers all patients at the time of scheduling according to department policies. Answering telephones/voicemail, scheduling, changing, and canceling appointments in a professional and timely manner (Under supervision and guidance) 2. Patient Management Performs functions including various modes of communication and responding to patient, physician offices, insurance companies and other NEBH departments. Follows HIPAA guidelines while maintaining confidentiality of all protected health information. Resolving patient concerns if possible, minimizing hold time and escalates issues to management as needed. (Under supervision and guidance) 3. Administrative Liaison between the department and other offices, departments Process inbound faxes according to department protocol. Responsible for document scanning as needed 4. Teamwork Work cooperatively with fellow employees to solve problems and help make the department function smooth and efficiently Help cover coworkers for time off 5. Other Performs other department job duties as needed to promote excellent patient experience and clinic efficiency. Assists other Administrative staff with duties QUALIFICATIONS Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers. Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers. Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to use them in routine situations. Specialized knowledge not required. Ability to interact respectfully with other employees, professional staff and/or external contacts to offer ideas, identify issues, obtain information or deliver services. Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner. Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Additional PREFERRED Qualifications/Skills : Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs - Word and Excel Ability to multi-task Excellent verbal and written communication skills Basic knowledge of Medical Terminology Previous healthcare related experience EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent. Associate's Degree preferred. Pay Range: $20.50 - $27.59 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20.5-27.6 hourly Auto-Apply 39d ago
  • Patient Access Representative-Scheduling

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Performs a variety of functions to support an accurate, safe and customer-focused patient access process. Ensures that all proper patient financial and demographic information is obtained and processed so LHMC is fully reimbursed for clinical services provided. Handles patient questions and requests accurately and efficiently, ideally with first call resolution, or by making appropriate referrals to other departments, based on the original purpose of the question and any other questions or requests subsequently disclosed by the patient. Ensures that the patient experience in accessing healthcare at LHMC is efficient and welcoming, and that patient confidentiality is respected and patient safety is preserved. :Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to: Registration:1. Registers patients presenting for visits. Explains the registration process to patients and responds to patient questions. 2. Processes patient co-payments, co-insurance, deductibles and balances due. Safeguards cash, checks and receipts and reconciles cash drawer at end of each business day. Assists patients with Kiosk check-in as needed. 3. Completes the Medicare Secondary Payer Questionnaire for each patient and adjusts patient coverage based on results. 4. Instructs patients and obtains signatures on consent forms, financial forms and other documents required by the clinical department; distributes documents to patients; scans, processes and records receipt of all documents collected during registration encounter. 5. Counsels patients regarding non-covered services, obtaining signatures on Advance Notice Beneficiaries (ABNs), consents and waivers. 6. Monitors patient waiting area for a smooth, efficient registration flow. Advises patients of potential delays and takes steps to ensure a pleasant patient experience. 7. Completes registrations on inpatient units who may be missing information from their original registration8. Responds to patient concerns and potential patient safety issues accordingly. Recognizes health conditions that are a possible risk to others and adheres to appropriate established procedures to help contain risk. 9. Assures a neat, orderly registration desk and patient waiting area, securing all confidential patient information. Scheduling: 10. Initiates patient scheduling activities by prioritizing and accessing a variety of sources, including patient phone calls and digital messaging, orders, scheduled order work queues and MyChart. 11. Utilizes a variety of information sources to schedule, reschedule and cancel patient appointments. Information sources include online questionnaires, offline materials and subgroup searches. 12. Establishes working relationship with staff of assigned clinical departments. Understands and correctly applies unique clinical department scheduling protocols. 13. Remains current on scheduling protocols and applies judgment, or seeks management assistance, to ensure safe patient care when clinical department scheduling protocols do not meet patient needs. 14. Ensures all required key patient scheduling and registration information is captured and verified. Key information includes referring physician information, insurance coverage, demographics and contact information. 15. Identifies and communicates to Patient Access management issues that may impact the timeliness and accuracy of patient appointments and subsequent patient care. 16. Strictly follows confidentiality and equipment security and safeguarding guidelines when working in a remote setting. Maintains productivity, quality and accuracy levels and communicates regularly with the Supervisor and Manager. Pre-Registration:17. Efficiently registers patients, capturing and verifying all required information in order to identify the patient, contact the patient, and receive proper reimbursement for services on initial claim submission. 18. Ascertains, creates and assigns the guarantor for each patient, including personal/family relations, workers compensation insurance, third parties, behavioral health or others as required. 19. Identifies records and verifies patient insurance coverage using real time eligibility (RTE); reviews the insurer's response to each verification request and takes appropriate action based on this response. 20. Applies the appropriate guarantor and insurance to each patient visit. 21. Communicates financial clearance status to patients. Advises patients of contract status, self-pay status and payment responsibility and schedules patients with Financial Counseling as needed. Organizational Requirements: 22. Maintain strict adherence to the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center (LHMC) Confidentiality policy. 23. Incorporate LHMC Standards of Behavior and Guiding Principles into daily activities. 24. Comply with all LHMC Policies. 25. Comply with behavioral expectations of the department and LHMC. 26. Maintain courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients. 27. Demonstrate an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment. 28. Demonstrate a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards. 29. Participate in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities. 30. Participate in and successfully completes Mandatory Education. 31. Perform all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High school degree or equivalent Licensure, Certification & Registration: NoneExperience: Prior experience in a business setting providing customer service, while simultaneously processing and verifying electronic demographic, financial or other business-related information and data. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Able to work successfully in a fast-paced, multi-task environment, where some independent decision making is necessary. Able to process electronic information and data accurately and efficiently. Pay Range: $20. 50 - $27. 59The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20 hourly 2d ago
  • Endoscopy Scheduler - Per Diem (8 AM-4:30 PM)

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    Under the general direction of the Clinic Manager, performs duties relative to the endoscopy booking process of patients requiring a procedure. Coordinates the various components of the endoscopy scheduling process including: interviewing patients to obtain their procedure preference date, special considerations/requests from the patient; entering this information into the endoscopy scheduling data base; scheduling procedures and performing other clerical duties related to scheduling patients to the Endoscopy, Gastroenterology and Colon & Rectal Surgery Departments. **Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:** 1) Manages and communicates information through various processes, which include, but are not limited to the following: computers and telephone/paging systems. 2) Consistently maintains a courteous, helpful, and professional manner with all interactions with all customers. 3) Coordinates patient procedures with the anesthesiologist to ensure appropriate room and anesthesia availability. 4) Schedules patient endoscopy procedures into the Endoscopy Scheduling System promptly, in a manner that provides the best possible outcome for the patient, while abiding by departmental protocols and procedures. 5) Prepares surgical schedule for the following day and notifies anesthesia, endoscopy and other appropriate personnel of any patients added on the schedule. 6) Notifies physician, Endoscopy, and/or Anesthesia Department of any changes once the schedule has been finalized and sent out. 7) Coordinates any necessary arrangements with other departments, e.g. Anesthesia, Bronchoscopy and other staff and departments. 8) Mails patient prep instructions, diets, special instructions as indicated by test and, if required, order prep medication through Pocketscripts. 9) Assists co-workers when short-staffed and performs a variety of other duties as assigned. 10) Enters daily statistics into Endoscopy Scheduling System database with expectation of 100% accuracy. 11) Runs daily statistical and error reports from the Endoscopy Scheduling System database (Manage Case Records reports). **Minimum Qualifications:** Education: Junior college or equivalent work experience in a hospital or physician office setting. Completion of Medical Terminology Course or relevant experience. Licensure, Certification, Registration: None Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Strong communication skills and exceptional patient relation and customer service skills are critical. Experience: 2 years experience in medical environment. Familiarity with policies and procedures, understanding of scheduling requirements, medical terminology and knowledge of surgical procedure requirements, computer entry and legalities of signing consents forms with accuracy, and screening of medical and financial information. **Pay Range:** $21.53 - $28.97 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. **As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.** **More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.** **Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled**
    $21 hourly 48d ago
  • Scheduler 2

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Coordinates the scheduling for patient procedures and services. Job Description:Essential Responsibilities including but not limited to:1. Schedules patients for procedures; post-operative appointments, pre-admission testing, testing, surgery, follow up and wait list process. Notify patients in-person and via mail of scheduled procedures. Ensures all communications are timely and provide complete details of procedure, location, and time and required. Provides patients with information pertaining to testing and surgery. 2. Maintains multiple applications for scheduling of procedures & collection of patient data. Schedules location of procedure, medical staff & clinical resources. Completes accurate & timely journal entries. Collaborates with both internal & external partners to obtain resources. Maintains physician &/or surgeon's schedule. Registers patient & ensures demographic data is entered accurately. 3. Communicates schedules on a daily basis. Reviews with advisor. Updates staff with revisions. Posts schedules. 4. Acts as liaison to with internal departments and external resources and agencies. 5. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. Obtains and processes referrals for procedures. 6. Oversees documenting of procedures and resources. Maintains and tracks service and procedure to ensure procedures and equipment usage are captured. Generates log for review and enters revisions. Coordinates to ensure all paperwork is complete and preauthorization has been obtained. 7. Contracts with vendors to coordinate delivery of equipment. Coordinates delivery to patient's residence. Ensures resources for procedures are maintained and available for scheduled procedures Required Qualifications:• High School diploma or GED required. • 3-5 years related work experience required. • Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. Pay Range: $21. 53 - $28. 97The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $21 hourly 8d ago
  • Patient Access Representative, Days, 32 hours

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Hours are: 8:30am-5pm, with every-other Weekend for the Emergency Department. Working in Patient Access and as a member of the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) System Services team, you can have a career that allows you to grow and advance while making a difference in people's lives. We use a coordinated approach to delivering administrative and operational services across our entire healthcare system. By leveraging resources across the organization, we're able to provide high-quality, high-value care to the patients and the communities we proudly serve. The Patient Access Representative ensures that the patient experience in accessing healthcare at BILH is efficient and welcoming, and that patient confidentiality is respected and patient safety is preserved. Performs a variety of functions to support an accurate, safe, and customer-focused registration process, either electronically, telephonically or in person. The Patient Access Representative ensures that all proper patient financial and demographic information is obtained and processed so BILH is fully reimbursed for clinical services provided. The Patient Access Representative handles patient questions and requests accurately and efficiently, ideally with first-call resolution, or by making appropriate referrals to other departments, based on the original purpose of the question and any other questions or requests subsequently disclosed by the patient. Extensive training including Electronic Health Record (EHR) is provided. Our team works in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, helping our patients navigate their healthcare journey. Job Description:Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:Registration:1. Registers patients presenting for visits. Explains the registration process to patients and responds to patient questions. 2. Processes patient co-payments, co-insurance, deductibles, and balances due. Safeguards cash, checks and receipts and reconciles cash drawer at the end of each business day. Assists patients with Kiosk check-in as needed. 3. Completes the Medicare Secondary Payer Questionnaire for each patient and adjusts patient coverage based on results. 4. Instructs patients and obtains signatures on consent forms, financial forms, and other documents required by the clinical department; distributes documents to patients; scans, processes, and records receipt of all documents collected during registration encounter. 5. Counsels patients regarding non-covered services, obtaining signatures on Advance Notice Beneficiaries (ABNs), consents and waivers. 6. Monitors patient waiting area for a smooth, efficient registration flow. Advises patients of potential delays and takes steps to ensure a pleasant patient experience. 7. Responds to patient concerns and potential patient safety issues accordingly. Recognizes health conditions that are a possible risk to others and adheres to appropriate established procedures to help contain risk. 8. Assures a neat, orderly registration desk and patient waiting area, securing all confidential patient information. Scheduling:9. Initiates patient scheduling activities by prioritizing and accessing a variety of sources, including patient phone calls and digital messaging, orders, scheduled order work queues. 10. Utilizes a variety of information sources to schedule, reschedule, and cancel patient appointments. Information sources include online questionnaires, offline materials, and subgroup searches. 11. Establishes working relationships with staff of assigned clinical departments. Understands and correctly applies unique clinical department scheduling protocols. 12. Remains current on scheduling protocols and applies judgment, or seeks management assistance, to ensure safe patient care when clinical department scheduling protocols do not meet patient needs. 13. Ensures all required key patient scheduling and registration information is captured and verified. Key information includes referring physician information, insurance coverage, demographics, and contact information. 14. Identifies and communicates to Patient Access management issues that may impact the timeliness and accuracy of patient appointments and subsequent patient care. 15. Strictly follows confidentiality and equipment security and safeguarding guidelines when working in a remote setting. Maintains productivity, quality, and accuracy levels and communicates regularly with the Supervisor and Manager. Pre-Registration:16. Efficiently registers patients, capturing and verifying all required information in order to identify the patient, contact the patient, and receive proper reimbursement for services on initial claim submission. 17. Ascertains, creates, and assigns the guarantor for each patient, including personal/family relations, workers compensation insurance, third parties, behavioral health, or others as required. 18. Identifies records and verifies patient insurance coverage using real-time eligibility (RTE); reviews the insurer's response to each verification request and takes appropriate action based on this response. 19. Applies the appropriate guarantor and insurance to each patient visit. 20. Communicates financial clearance status to patients. Advises patients of contract status, self-pay status, and payment responsibility and schedules patients with Financial Counseling as needed. Minimum Qualifications:Education: High school degree or equivalent. Associate's degree preferred. Licensure, Certification & Registration: NoneExperience: 1-3 years related work experience. Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Able to work successfully in a fast-paced, multi-task environment, where some independent decision-making is necessary. Able to process electronic information and data accurately and efficiently. Preferred Qualifications & Skills:· Call Center and/or telephone customer service experience · Strong typing skills 40+wpm. Knowledge of medical terminology · Bilingual written and verbal communication skills · Familiar with EHR Software Pay Range: $20. 50 - $30. 46The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20 hourly 44d ago
  • Senior Patient Access Representative

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Working in Patient Access and as a member of the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) System Services team, you can have a career that allows you to grow and advance while making a difference in people's lives. We use a coordinated approach to delivering administrative and operational services across our entire healthcare system. By leveraging resources across the organization, we're able to provide high-quality, high-value care to the patients and the communities we proudly serve. Under the supervision of the Manager of Patient Access, the Senior Patient Access Representative assists the team according to the department's established policies, procedures, and practices to meet its goals. Interacts routinely with staff, patients, and other departments within the hospital to ensure patient satisfaction with the BILH registration experience. The incumbent will be to assist a team of Patient Access Representatives with training, handling registration-related calls, escalations, and maintaining accurate and timely reports, logs, files, and related information as required. Job Description:Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:· Acts as a resource for questions regarding all registration processes both established and new. Performs as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the knowledge of private and Government payers including their unique requirements. Fields technical questions and identifies issues/solutions for CCC OPD Registration functions including Eligibility Reports and Registration. · Serves as a role model of professional behavior to the staff within their areas of responsibility and throughout the department, particularly in customer service, quality, attendance, and in achieving departmental goals. · Answers telephone and register patients and update patient's records. Meet department standards relative to ACD policies and efficiencies; help manage voice mail messages within the same business day, registration emails and EHR requests. · Helps with monitoring QA reports to identify training needs & ensure standards are met. Demonstrates collaborative and respectful behavior. · Communicates clearly, concisely, and effectively with the patient and the patient's family. Contributes to a positive patient experience for patients and families through courteous phone greetings and registration activities. Demonstrates a positive, proactive approach required for the implementation of new programs and services that support the department's goals and objectives. Competencies: · Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance. · Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge, and skills based on general precedents. · Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by the supervisor/manager. · Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers. · Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families, and external customers. · Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures, and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations. · Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members. · Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Minimum Qualifications:Education: High School diploma or GED required. Associate's degree preferred. Licensure, Certification & Registration: N/AExperience: 1-3 years related work experience required. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:· Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior and partner with all team members to achieve goals. · Receptive to others' ideas and opinions and have a flexible schedule to be able to support department needs. · Demonstrate accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication and actively promote teamwork and work ethics and always maintain confidentiality. · Advanced skills with Microsoft applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access and other web-based applications. May produce complex documents, perform analysis, and maintain databases. Pay Range: $21. 53 - $28. 97The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $21 hourly 14d ago
  • Patient Access Representative 40 Hour Days

    Beth Israel Lahey Health 3.1company rating

    Patient service coordinator job at Beth Israel Lahey Health

    When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. is Mon-Fri, 8:30-5PM. Contributes to the Hospital's mission by welcoming and registering patients in an efficient and empathetic manner. This administrative/customer service staff position may be the first face of the organization when a patient visits and can have a dramatic impact on making individuals feel welcomed and ease their anxiety by starting their hospital visit professionally. In addition this position impacts patient safety and clinical care by ensuring the patient identifiers are correct and on reimbursement by collecting accurate insurance information and co-pays. Job Description:Registration:1. Registers patients presenting for visits. Explains the registration process to patients and responds to patient questions. 2. Processes patient co-payments, co-insurance, deductibles and balances due. Safeguards cash, checks and receipts and reconciles cash drawer at end of each business day. Assists patients with Kiosk check-in as needed. 3. Completes the Medicare Secondary Payer Questionnaire for each patient and adjusts patient coverage based on results. 4. Instructs patients and obtains signatures on consent forms, financial forms and other documents required by the clinical department; distributes documents to patients; scans, processes and records receipt of all documents collected during registration encounter. 5. Counsels patients regarding non-covered services, obtaining signatures on Advance Notice Beneficiaries (ABNs), consents and waivers. 6. Monitors patient waiting area for a smooth, efficient registration flow. Advises patients of potential delays and takes steps to ensure a pleasant patient experience. 7. Completes registrations on inpatient units who may be missing information from their original registration8. Responds to patient concerns and potential patient safety issues accordingly. Recognizes health conditions that are a possible risk to others and adheres to appropriate established procedures to help contain risk. 9. Assures a neat, orderly registration desk and patient waiting area, securing all confidential patient information. Scheduling: 10. Initiates patient scheduling activities by prioritizing and accessing a variety of sources, including patient phone calls and digital messaging, orders, scheduled order work queues and MyChart. 11. Utilizes a variety of information sources to schedule, reschedule and cancel patient appointments. Information sources include online questionnaires, offline materials and subgroup searches. 12. Establishes working relationship with staff of assigned clinical departments. Understands and correctly applies unique clinical department scheduling protocols. 13. Remains current on scheduling protocols and applies judgment, or seeks management assistance, to ensure safe patient care when clinical department scheduling protocols do not meet patient needs. 14. Ensures all required key patient scheduling and registration information is captured and verified. Key information includes referring physician information, insurance coverage, demographics and contact information. 15. Identifies and communicates to Patient Access management issues that may impact the timeliness and accuracy of patient appointments and subsequent patient care. 16. Strictly follows confidentiality and equipment security and safeguarding guidelines when working in a remote setting. Maintains productivity, quality and accuracy levels and communicates regularly with the Supervisor and Manager. Pre-Registration:17. Efficiently registers patients, capturing and verifying all required information in order to identify the patient, contact the patient, and receive proper reimbursement for services on initial claim submission. 18. Ascertains, creates and assigns the guarantor for each patient, including personal/family relations, workers compensation insurance, third parties, behavioral health or others as required. 19. Identifies records and verifies patient insurance coverage using real time eligibility (RTE); reviews the insurer's response to each verification request and takes appropriate action based on this response. 20. Applies the appropriate guarantor and insurance to each patient visit. 21. Communicates financial clearance status to patients. Advises patients of contract status, self-pay status and payment responsibility and schedules patients with Financial Counseling as needed. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High school degree or equivalent Licensure, Certification & Registration: NoneExperience: Prior experience in a business setting providing customer service, while simultaneously processing and verifying electronic demographic, financial or other business-related information and data. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Able to work successfully in a fast-paced, multi-task environment, where some independent decision making is necessary. Able to process electronic information and data accurately and efficiently. Pay Range: $20. 50 - $27. 59The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
    $20 hourly 32d ago

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