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Rochester Regional Health Access Associate in Newark, New York
Description JOB TITLE: Access Associate LOCATION: Newark Wayne Community Hospital - Newark, New York DEPARTMENT: AdmittingHOURS PER WEEK: Per Diem SCHEDULE: Any shift between 3PM - 7AMWeekend availability requiredSUMMARY:In a customer service oriented manner, interviews patients and/or their representative to collect required registration data, to include but is not limited to; demographic and financial data as well as obtain required signatures, communicates mandated patient information and verifies all information for accuracy. Process includes but is not limited to insurance verification, obtaining precertification/authorization, co-payment collection and communicating with patient and/or their representative with regards to their financial assistance needs.Ability to walk/push a workstation on wheels.RESPONSIBILITIES:Manages incoming calls while providing necessary information. Greeting of patients and/or their representatives and providing direction as needed. Scheduling and/or prescheduling patient appointments. Interviewing the patient and/or their representative for necessary information and completing the registration process as defined by departmental policy. Identification of services where no payment source has been identified to be followed up by communication of financial assistance and/or payment arrangements. Verification of insurance eligibility/coverage and obtaining necessary precertifications/authorizations when applicable. Collecting/processing co-payments, deductibles and/or other types of payments. Provides an estimate of cost when applicable. Ensures the accuracy of all data collected while meeting the regulatory requirements as outlined by the departmental policy. Communication with external customers such as but not limited to; payers, physician offices and other departments. Accurately sets up new patient record via Care Connect.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:None.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Associates Degree preferred.1 year of customer service experience preferred.Intermediate computer skills preferred.Customer Service and communication skills preferred.HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.Tuition AssistanceAdvancement OpportunitiesPaid Time Off, Paid Sick Time & HolidaysDay-1 Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement)Employee Referral ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramSame Day Pay through Daily PayPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.PAY RANGE: $17.65 - $19.30 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/VeteranApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjQ3NTA2LjEwNDE3QHJvY2hlc3RlcnJlZ2lvbmFsY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20
Minimum Salary: 17.65 Maximum Salary: 19.30 Salary Unit: Hourly