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LifePoint Health Patient Access Clerk in Athens, Tennessee
Starr RegionalMedical Centeris currently seeking talent to fill the position ofPatient Access Clerkfor ourRegistration/AdmittingDepartment.This job is permanent,full-time.
Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following: * Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained andentered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy. * Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members. * Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation.Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions. * Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or otherappropriate personnelregardingadmission to exchange necessary information anddetermineplacement. * Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorizationas necessary.Determinesand accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive Pay
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistancefor qualified applicants
Minimum EducationHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience: □ Preferred X Required
Required SkillsKnowledge of Medical Terminology / Insurance:X Preferred □ Required Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Job: *Administration/Clerical
Organization: *Starr Regional Medical Center
Title: Patient Access Clerk
Location: Tennessee-Athens
Requisition ID: 7412-6709
