ACCESS SPECIALIST
POSITION SUMMARYNonexempt (Hourly - Eligible for overtime) To collect, analyze and record demographic, insurance/financial and clinical data accurately and to obtain other information and signatures necessary for scheduling, registration and billing.
To admit patients for hospital services.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma or GED required.
Work experience may substitute for minimum education requirement.
CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLSMay provide secretarial and clerical support to department Overall Core Job Responsibilities ratings Scans admission papers and obtains signatures from patients, guarantors and/or witnesses.
Follows the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations.
Collects co-pays and deductibles upfront.
If in Emergency Department, collects copays and deductibles at the time of discharge.
Follows policies on cash control established within the department.
Greets patients and collects/analyzes demographic data.
Verifies insurance, financial and other clinical data needed to register patients.
Screens patients for medical necessity clearance, pre-certification and financial clearance and follows policies that apply.
Mentors new employees and assists them with getting oriented to the department.
Attends all mandatory staff meetings and training classes.
Other Requirements CONTACTSNeonate:
Birth - 1 year Young Adult:
18 years and 1 day - 28 years Toddler:
1 year and 1 day - 3 years Preschool:
3 years and 1 day - 5 years School:
5 years and 1 day - 12 years Adolescent:
12 years and 1 day - 18 years Adult:
28 years and 1 day - 60 yearsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTBend Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Carry/Lift Stand Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Push/Pull Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Carry/Lift Carry/Lift less than 10 lbs.
Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Carry/Lift 10-25 lbs.
Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Kneel Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Reach Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time Walk Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Sit Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time Twist Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Body Fluid Exposure:
Yes Crouch/Stoop Occasionally, up to 20% of the timeSUPERVISORY / BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIESNo fiscal responsibility.
No supervisory responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS / REGISTRATIONSNone requiredKNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIESInterpersonal skills Written and verbal communication skills Ability to type 30 WPM Organizational skills Ability to operate various office machines including printers, computers and various software packages Ability to work as part of a team Knowledge and experience in healthcarePosition Status Regular Shift Days Hours of Work 8:
30am - 5:
00pm Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Hours Per Week 40 Location Walker Baptist Medical Center Address Line 1 P.
O.
Box 3547 State Alabama City Jasper Zip Code 35502 Auto req ID 1535BR Removal Date 26-Feb-2015.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
To admit patients for hospital services.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma or GED required.
Work experience may substitute for minimum education requirement.
CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLSMay provide secretarial and clerical support to department Overall Core Job Responsibilities ratings Scans admission papers and obtains signatures from patients, guarantors and/or witnesses.
Follows the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations.
Collects co-pays and deductibles upfront.
If in Emergency Department, collects copays and deductibles at the time of discharge.
Follows policies on cash control established within the department.
Greets patients and collects/analyzes demographic data.
Verifies insurance, financial and other clinical data needed to register patients.
Screens patients for medical necessity clearance, pre-certification and financial clearance and follows policies that apply.
Mentors new employees and assists them with getting oriented to the department.
Attends all mandatory staff meetings and training classes.
Other Requirements CONTACTSNeonate:
Birth - 1 year Young Adult:
18 years and 1 day - 28 years Toddler:
1 year and 1 day - 3 years Preschool:
3 years and 1 day - 5 years School:
5 years and 1 day - 12 years Adolescent:
12 years and 1 day - 18 years Adult:
28 years and 1 day - 60 yearsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTBend Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Carry/Lift Stand Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Push/Pull Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Carry/Lift Carry/Lift less than 10 lbs.
Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Carry/Lift 10-25 lbs.
Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Kneel Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Reach Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time Walk Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Sit Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time Twist Occasionally, up to 20% of the time Body Fluid Exposure:
Yes Crouch/Stoop Occasionally, up to 20% of the timeSUPERVISORY / BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIESNo fiscal responsibility.
No supervisory responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS / REGISTRATIONSNone requiredKNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIESInterpersonal skills Written and verbal communication skills Ability to type 30 WPM Organizational skills Ability to operate various office machines including printers, computers and various software packages Ability to work as part of a team Knowledge and experience in healthcarePosition Status Regular Shift Days Hours of Work 8:
30am - 5:
00pm Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Hours Per Week 40 Location Walker Baptist Medical Center Address Line 1 P.
O.
Box 3547 State Alabama City Jasper Zip Code 35502 Auto req ID 1535BR Removal Date 26-Feb-2015.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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