What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Services Representative- Medical Specialties Clinic 80hrs Biweekly Day/Eve position at METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER?
Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours: 80.00
Shift: 0700-1930 rotating start to cover evening clinic
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary:
Serves as preliminary contact for ambulatory practice and pathology patients. Gathers and analyzes patient demographic and payor data to achieve optimal reimbursement for the MetroHealth System. Ensures appropriate patient registration, scheduling, pre‑certification and authorization for services. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications:
Required:
HS Diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam
Possesses one of the following: ·
One year of work experience in medical billing or patient registration. ·
Education related to medical billing or patient registration from an accredited institution. ·
Possess current certification as a Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA).
All qualified applicants must pass the PSR pre-employment screening test with a score of 75% or better and the post-employment test with a score of 80% or better
Preferred:
Two years relevant work experiences and/or education
Physical Requirements:
May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.
May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required.
May need to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds on occasion.
Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications.
Ability to see computer monitor and departmental documents.
