What are the responsibilities and job description for the Referral Specialist - Bariatrics position at Tampa General Hospital?
USFTGP Facility Profile:
University of South Florida Tampa General Physicians (USFTGP) was created through an advanced affiliation between The University of South Florida and Tampa General Hospital to provide advanced care to patients and their families throughout Florida. Specialties include cardiology, endocrinology, hepatology, organ transplantation, pediatrics, primary care, neurology, OBGYN, neurosurgery & orthopedics.
Under general supervision of the Office Supervisor, follows established policies and procedures; gathers and records all necessary information in the process of scheduling an office procedure and generating an office account. Demonstrates expertise with all proficiencies of a PSS 1. Responsible for obtaining and verifying demographic, confidential clinical and financial information necessary to accurately and efficiently schedule surgery and other office/hospital procedures. Pre-registers patient, verifies insurance eligibility and benefits, identifies those services that require an insurance authorization, notification and/or Precert. Recognizes and adheres to all CMS, JCAHO, and HIPAA requirements when creating a hospital account. Works directly with nurses, medical staff, ancillary departments, insurance carriers and other external professionals to assist patients with obtaining health care and financial services. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. Approved Medical Terminology Certification or Med Term Course Completion.
- 2 years of experience with scheduling and/or registration and/or insurance verification in healthcare OR Graduate of MA Program.
- 1 year of experience in Phys Support Specialist 1 internal role can substituted for external experience.
Salary : $35,300 - $44,700