Patient Access Representative - Emergency Department | PRN

Lake Charles Memorial Health System
Lake Charles, LA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Patient Access Representative - Emergency Department | PRN will be responsible for greeting patients in a professional and friendly manner, collecting updated demographic information, and accurately coding information on all patients. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, including the ability to discuss medical issues and negotiate with patients.

What You Will Do

The representative will complete patient estimates using EPIC RTE, obtain all signatures, and provide a copy of the important Medicare notice to all Medicare patients. They will also notify the insurance representative for insurance verification of coverage and benefits on appropriate accounts.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working in a healthcare-related field, preferably finance, and possess adequate keyboard skills (40 words per minute typing rate). They will also require emotional stability and resilience, as well as the ability to deal with stressful situations and conflict resolution.

Requirements

  • High school graduate or GED
  • At least one year of experience working in a healthcare-related field, preferably finance
  • Adequate keyboard skills (40 words per minute typing rate)
  • Basic computer skills
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Negotiation skills including assertiveness and being proactive
  • Ability to read, write, and speak intelligible English
  • Basic math skills and appropriate phone etiquette
  • Requires emotional stability and resilience

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Retirement options
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition assistance
  • MyChart benefits
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