Sr. Patient Access Representative - Deerfield Beach at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida

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The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is currently seeking a full time Sr. Patient Access Representative to work in Deerfield Beach. The Sr. Patient Access Representative oversees pre-registration and clearance activities and serves as functional expert for department peers. Further, the Sr. Patient Access Representative assumes responsibility for documenting all necessary data that will facilitate reimbursement for services rendered by the department.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

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  Obtains, confirms, and enters demographic, financial, and clinical information necessary for financial clearance of scheduled patient accounts.

  
  


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  Contacts patients' families or physicians' offices to obtain missing insurance information.

  
  


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  Verifies insurance and confirms insurance eligibility of patient coverage benefits, notifying patient and referring physician in the event of failed eligibility.

  
  


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  Collaborates with scheduling departments to identify add-on patients.

  
  


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  Obtains necessary authorizations, pre-certifications, and referrals.

  
  


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  Notifies patients of liabilities prior to date of service and collects funds.

  
  


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  Recommends new approaches to management for enhancing performance and productivity.

  
  


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  Maintains appropriate records, files, and accurate documentation in the system of record.

  
  


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  Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

  
  

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

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  High School diploma or equivalent

  
  


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  Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

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  Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles.

  
  


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  Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

  
  


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  Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

  
  


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  Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

  
  


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  Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

  
  

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Full time
Employee Type:Staff
Pay Grade:H4 Apply Now