Senior Patient Access Representative

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary

Responsible for ensuring that all necessary information is accurately collected and recorded. Will work to provide a positive patient experience while obtaining the information necessary to facilitate patient care and billing processes. Support on-boarding efforts of junior staff by mentoring, being a go to for day-to-day questions, and training.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions

• Train and mentor patient access representatives, as well as being a go to for day to day questions.
• Greet patients and provide them with exceptional customer service and support.
• Schedule appointments, pre-register patients, and process patient information accurately and efficiently.
• Respond to patient inquiries, resolve issues, and provide information about healthcare services and insurance coverage.
• Ensure that all patient information is kept confidential and secure, in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Stay up-to-date with healthcare regulations and policies, and be able to apply them in daily operations.
  

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Healthcare Administration preferred or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience experience in a healthcare setting, with a focus on patient access and registration 3-5 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of patient access procedures, healthcare regulations, and insurance coverage. - Excellent customer service skills, including active listening, empathy, and effective communication. - Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)

• Walking Occasionally (3-33%)

• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)

• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs

• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs

• Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)

• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

• Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)

• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)

• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

• Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Hybrid

801 Massachusetts Avenue

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$21.78 - $31.08/Hourly

Grade

4

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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