Access Services Representative 2 - PRN

About the job

• About Us
• Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
• Our Core Values are:
• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
• Benefits
• Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1
• Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
• Job Summary
• The Access Services Representative 2 collects accurate demographics and insurance information to register patients. They verify insurance benefits and collect patient financial responsibilities. Passionately cross-trains and works in all assigned areas. Serves as a mentor or trainer for peers.
• Essential Functions of the Role
• Conducts and documents patient interviews to obtain demographic and financial data for registration, insurance verification, precertification, and billing.
• Knows the patient flow processes in each area.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities that promote team concepts with co-workers while improving revenue cycle functions and the patient experience.
• Interacts regularly with other areas and departments to provide information on patient delays and schedule changes.
• Verifies patient eligibility for insurance coverage and benefit levels for services. Calculates and collects patient liability due per financial clearance policies for existing or bad debt accounts.
• Establishes patient liability and advises patient of deposit requirements per policy. Negotiates payment arrangements with patient where necessary per policy.
• May be responsible for cashiering duties following established policies and procedures. This could take up most of the incumbent's responsibilities in the department.
• Assists patients to nursing units by providing directions, personal escort, or medical mobility assistance, like wheelchairs. Escalates potential service issues to management when necessary.
• Adhere to compliance for order validation, cash policy, government payor, and patient safety requirements for proper patient identification.
• Conducts formal, documented training and serves as a resource to others.
• Proactively accepts new responsibilities as identified by leadership. Performs revenue cycle duties at multiple areas/locations as assigned.
• Key Success Factors
• 2 years of healthcare or customer service experience or education equivalency required.
• Proven to have good listening, interpersonal and communication skills, and professional, pleasant and respectful telephone etiquette.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in a stressful and emotional environment. This includes crime, behavioral health, suffering patients, and life or death situations.
• Must exhibit high empathy and communicate well with patients and families during trauma, while showing exceptional customer service skills.
• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple, changing priorities in an effective and organized manner.
• Excellent data entry, numeric, typing and computer navigational skills.
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• Belonging Statement
• We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
• QUALIFICATIONS
• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience