Responsibilities

ABOUT VALLEY HEALTH PHYSICIAN ALLIANCE

Valley Health Physician Alliance has an established footprint across the city and, in conjunction with the entire Valley Health System network of hospitals, outpatient facilities, and behavioral health centers, continues to grow and demonstrate its leadership position in the industry. Offering a network of primary care practices, cardiothoracic, bariatric, gastroenterology, general, and orthopedic surgeons; our group works cohesively to achieve consistent quality outcomes.

Position Summary:

• Scheduling referrals for patients, providers, pre-authorizing & pre-certifying tests/procedures.
• Scheduling of other tests with facilities at the request of providers and/or staff.
• Directly communicates with the clinics, referred to clinics, and patients. 
• Communicates information to appropriate areas, departments, and individuals.
• Reviews clinical data to report medical necessity to insurance companies.
• Covers at other clinics as a receptionist as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, was formed in 2012 as the physician services unit of UHS. IPM develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics which align with UHS acute care facilities. It also provides select services for the Behavioral Health division of UHS. Through continuing growth, IPM operates in 11 markets across six states and the District of Columbia. Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve.

As a Valley Health Physician Alliance employee, you will be part of a first-class organization offering:

• A Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match

About Universal Health Services (UHS), Inc.

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $12.6 billion in 2021. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 89,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, Licensure, Training & Travel Requirements (if applicable):

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a healthcare or clinical setting.
• Knowledge of clinical terminology, insurance billing, procedural and diagnosis coding, federal and state insurance regulations, and HIPAA privacy standards is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
• Required effective interpersonal skills and excellent written, oral communication skills required.
• Acute healthcare knowledge and ability to evaluate clinical data to acquire pre-authorizations and referrals is preferred. Knowledge of third-party reimbursement regulations is preferred.
• Patient Management, Billing and Managed Care system processes competency. Understanding of functions and workflow of Clinical/Hospital

EEO Statement

 All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

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