About this opportunity
Froedtert South, Inc. lists this Patient Access Specialist Lead opportunity in kenosha, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Patient Access Specialist Lead
Responsibilities
A Patient Access Specialist serves as the first point of contact for Froedtert South. The position is accountable for appointment scheduling, patient check-in, registration, coverage management, patient portal sign-up, patient message collection and routing, departmental support, prior authorization and WQ (work queue) management. The Department Lead is responsible for supervising daily operations of department, staff scheduling, performance improvement projects, orientating new staff and acts as liaison to other departments.
Schedules, reschedules and cancels patient appointments
Supervises daily operations
Facilitates staff scheduling
Assists with completion of payroll for all assigned staff
Identifies and assists with performance improvements projects
Setting an example for all staff as team leader, exhibits good communication skills and positive attitude at all times
Orientates new staff, assuring department policies/procedures are followed
Organizes and assigns staff workload, monitors performance, participates in staff performance appraisals and disciplinary process
Facilitates maintenance and repair of all equipment and ensures adequate departmental supplies
Acts as a liaison with other departments and physician offices, ensuring all patient issues are resolved
Proficient use of healthcare software utilizing established
Requirements
High School Graduate or (GED)
6 months – 1 year
Formal education beyond high school in Business or Healthcare or equivalent experience preferred.
Performs all job functions of Patient Access Specialist
Excellent computer and customer services skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology; ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes and use.
Familiarity with internet, email and Microsoft office.
Effective written and verbal communication skills required.
Demonstrates ability to efficiently organize work, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and productivity
Experience in patient registration, insurance verification and health insurance plans.
Salary Range
$17.00 to $25.25/hr (based on experience)
Night and evening shift differential
Lead differential
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision benefits available
403(b) company match available
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discount program
Competitive PTO
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Worksite address
kenosha, WI, 53142, US
Who can apply
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