Patient Access Representative - ED per diem

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

The Patient Access Representative is responsible for pre-registration, registration and admission functions in the Emergency Department at Saint Mary's Hospital

What you will do

• •Register patients in the Emergency Department
• •Performs complete and accurate pre-registrations, registration, and admission functions
• •Verifies insurance requirements, obtains and understands insurance benefits
• •Secure signatures and all other key information needed to complete billing and collection functions
• •Collect or arrange for co-insurance and/or other deposit payment amounts
• •Refer self-pay patients to financial counselors; answers patient questions
• •Ensure a customer friendly environment between Saint Mary's Hospital and patients, visitors, and physicians upon initial contact

Minimum Qualifications

• •Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, college preferred
• •Medical terminology skills
• •Relevant medical office, hospital / physicians billing or patient registration experience preferred
• •Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Position Highlights and Benefits

Per Diem - shift and weekend differentials will apply

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Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.