Current University of Arkansas System employees including student employees and graduate assistants need to log into Workday on My Apps. Simply enter "Find Jobs" in the Workday search bar to view open positions. All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). To view the job posting closing date please return to the search for jobs page. If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Type of Position: Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Visit our website to learn more: https://ddei.uams.edu/ For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu. Department: UAMS | ICE | CASL Campus Access Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Patient Representative works under general supervision counseling patients on their financial status and obligation. This position will identify and refer the patient and/or responsible party to an appropriate sponsoring agency. The position will be responsible for processing high risk pre-certifications, develop and implement denial avoidance plans and produce reports on revenue cycle functions within the various departments to ensure appropriate financial error reports are worked and corrected. The patient representative is expected to demonstrate competency in the job elements of all the levels of the Access Coordinator positions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible position responsibilities, tasks, and duties. 30% Circle of Excellence - We Create Comfort, Hope and Healing for our Patients and Families. The Circle of Excellence consists of behavior and service standards which demonstrate the culture and policies and procedures of UAMS and the Clinical Programs Division. The service standards are: Safety 20%, Respect 20%, Excellence 20%, Image 20%, and Efficiency 20%. The behavior standards consist of: our environment, attitude, ethics, communication, teamwork, appearance, and quality. These are all attributes which are essential in providing the patient care and support in achieving the overall mission of the organization. A full description of COE can be found at http://intranet.uams.edu/coe/standards.asp (click here for review) 70% Job Duties (Performs Role of): *Check-In & Out/Scheduling Procedures (30%) – Schedules, reschedules, and coordinates appointments using hospital software by performing visit notifications to patients, pre-registration of patients as needed, inputs and/or updates accurate patient information. Process walk-ins, create new patient charts, access systems for orders, work patient portal and maintains tracker board for multiple departments. Schedules surgeries and/or tests. Issues school/work excuses, sends out no show letters, takes patient photos for centricity. Responsible for blocking schedules in PHS as appropriate. *Insurance Verification/Benefit Explanation: (10%) - Conducts insurance verification and benefit explanation by running eligibility on patients, performs ABN completion. Conducts authorizations and pre-certifications, tracks pre-authorizations maintains referrals. Enters benefit and authorization information input PCT. Obtains OON waiver and coordinates completion of OON wavers. *Reports (Medical & Maintenance): (10%) - This position must also maintain initial plan of care (signatures, etc.), and is responsible for inputting daily and monthly statistics and communicates any medical record issues. This position will be responsible for various maintenance reports i.e. bogies, work denials, open encounter, laser arc reports, cancelled clinic reports, etc. POS Collections & Patient Counseling: (5%) - Collects and post payments and issues receipts. Responsible for reconciliation/management change fund. Responsible for reconciliation of daily deposit & batch POS dollars, and must complete deposit agreement. Counsels patients on any and all related financial information i.e. hospital discounts and reviewing Medicaid screening. Monitors patient balances using the matrix payment method. This position is also responsible for pre-counsel of patients regarding the payment expectation for service. Charge Entry: (5%) - Completes UB value codes, inputs daily charges and reconcile charges. (Charge Entry may not be applicable in all areas, some areas utilize e-billing). Professional Development: (5%) – Attends required training and/or in-services. Attends staff meetings and participates in the orientation and/or training of new staff. Participates in annual educational needs assessment. Maintains required job skill competencies and completes skill assessment annually. Completes and maintains documentation of continuing education hours annually. Other duties may be assigned to this position. Customer Service (5%) - Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed. Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary. Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines. Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications High school graduate, GED, or formal education equivalent. Seven years of training and/or experience in business office administration, customer service, or related work of which three years’ experience is in patient registration, scheduling, or billing in a healthcare environment OR Bachelor's degree plus three years’ experience in patient registration, scheduling, or billing in a healthcare environment. Must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills in order to successfully interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds. Well-developed decision-making skills required. Must maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance. Highly motivated and self-directed individual to establish plans of action. Highly proficient at computer and keyboard skills. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree CHAA certification Additional Information: Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Constant Physical Activity: Frequent Physical Activity: Occasional Physical Activity: Benefits Eligible: Yes The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world. The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty. The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation. It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being. 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