About this opportunity
Common Spirit Health lists this Patient Access Rep opportunity in tacoma, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Patient Access RepInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.As a Patient Access Representative, you will manage administrative duties for the patient intake process in our clinic, adhering to established guidelines. Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently looking for a full-time Patient Access Rep for the fast-paced Franciscan Medical Clinic- Internal Med in Tacoma, WA. Supportive team with excellent growth opportunities. Free parking and no nights, weekends or organizationally recognized holidays required.Every day you will interact with patients in person and by phone, facilitating check-in/out, collecting data and payments, validating insurance, scheduling appointments, and processing referrals and authorizations. To be successful, you will demonstrate critical thinking, strong customer service, and knowledge of insurance, billing, and medical terminology, ensuring a seamless, high-quality patient intake experience.Registers and/or checks patients in/out.Performs patient check-in at the time of visit; records and verifies all demographic, insurance and other information (e.g. Workers' Comp, other third-party liability info); follows established procedures to ensure that all registration guidelines/requirements have been satisfied, including ensuring minors' guardians have been notified; identifies deficiencies and resolves non-complex issues or escalates to appropriate staff for further action.Conducts routine insurance eligibility verifications.Copies/scans patient access related hardcopy materials (e.g. ID, referrals, L&I, insurance cards, etc.) into correct location in electronic medical record.Records non-clinical charges from various sources. This could include entering charges for the completion of forms, for Depositions/Attorney Fees, for retail fees, etc.Handles and reconciles payments.Required:One year of customer service work experience andNone, upon hirePreferred:Two years of customer service work experienceHealthcare or Call Center experienceVirginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.
Worksite address
tacoma, WA, 98443, US
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