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Patient Registration Representative IEnables patients to secure access to care at PIH Health facilities by performing all tasks related to registration and pre-registration of outpatient and inpatient accounts. Calculates and secures patient liability, including copayments, coinsurance and deductibles in an efficient, accurate and hospitable manner to ensure that the patient, physician and hospital's needs are met.Specific skills needed:Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with staff, patients, guarantors, insurance companies, and physicians.Demonstrated attention to detail; Good English speaking, spelling, reading and Mathematical skills requiredDemonstrate ability to learn quickly, and follow directions as outlined in policies or given by SupervisorStrong Computer skills and Knowledge in Word, Excel and ability to maneuver through multiple screens in a timely manner1+ year of medical office /hospital/medical billing work experience preferredMedical terminology knowledge strongly preferredInsurance knowledge requiredAbility to multi-task in a fast and high pressured environmentStringent adherence to all HIPAA lawsStrong typing skills 45 and up wpm is requiredStrong analytical skills, problem solving. The ability to act and decide accordingly.Excellent Customer service and phone skills with a background in the medical industryAbility to travel to off-site locations (Outpatient only)Education/Experience/Training:One year experience in a high volume healthcare facility or medical office setting with strong computer and customer service experience requiredHigh school graduate required or equivalent, evidence of continuing education preferred.Medical terminology strongly preferredInsurance and billing experience strongly requiredDrivers License; ability to travel to off-site locations (Outpatient only)Bilingual Spanish or Chinese (Mandarin) preferredDuties and responsibilities include:Safeguarding and preserving the confidentiality of patient's protected health information in accordance with State and Federal (HIPAA) regulatory requirements, hospital and departmental policies.Ensuring a safe patient environment and adherence to safety practices per policy.Utilizing the approved process to resolve biophysical, psychological, educational and environmental needs of patient/significant other as required.Exhibiting positive guest relations skills by extending oneself and being hospitable to patients, physicians, coworkers, and visitors at all times.Demonstrating ability and willingness to work productively in all registration departments.Complying with all Policies and Procedures, demonstrating accuracy through attention to detail.Utilizing positive collection skills, as per policy, while complying with EMTALA laws.Demonstrating participation in the Performance Improvement program and ability to turn problems into opportunities for improvement.Adhering to attendance and tardy policy and providing notification of absence per policy.Maintaining a clean and safe work environment per policy.Performing other duties as assigned, with professionalism.
Worksite address
downey, CA, 90240, US
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