Patient Accounting Representative
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OverviewAt Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley's leading integrated health system, you'll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you're interested in a health system that's both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite you to make your career home with us as a Patient Accounting Representative on our Patient Financial Services team at Garnet Health Medical Center- Catskills.ResponsibilitiesFiles insurance claims to all payers in a timely and accurate manner. The representative serves as the primary contact for patient reimbursement issues from both patients and payers in accordance with established Patient Accounting policies. They provide information regarding hospital payment requirements and alternative financing. Additionally, they will work with all payers, patients, and inter-departmental representatives to ensure timely recovery of outstanding accounts receivable.QualificationsMinimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent, Associates degree preferred; preferably related to the medical field or business. Must be computer software and hardware literate.Minimum Experience: Three years appropriate work experience that would indicate a high level of communication skills and organizational ability, preferably in the medical field. Should be familiar with statutes and regulations that impact the collection of patient accounts. Frequent contact with insurance companies, medical staff offices, ancillary department heads, patient registration, credit and collections department, and attorney's offices.Required Certification/Registration: n/aPhysical Requirements: Standard OfficeWorking Conditions:Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing, and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, work well under pressure, organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills, and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.Workplace Type: HybridCompensation: The range for the role is $23.51-$24.21 hourly. Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member's compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity).#J-18808-Ljbffr