Patient Access Representative Req #: 0000178159
Category: Billing/Collections/Registration
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Rahway
Department: Community Health
Location: RWJ Rahway, 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

Job Overview:

To accurately and promptly collect all pertinent information at the initial point of registration to insure the proper billing occurs which will enhance timely cash flow and reduce the days in accounts receivable. Performs all duties assigned by management.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent Successful completion of all training and orientation programs upon hire

Preferred:

Minimum 2-3 years with admitting or registration experience, or working knowledge of registration, insurance, and billing requirements background in medical terminology and experience with medical insurance

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift: Day shift, 8:00am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:00pm Monday through Friday, possible weekend and holiday coverageFull-Time, 40 hours per week

Essential Functions:

Performs all duties related to the pre-registration, registration, and financial clearance processes for all patients. Responsible for collecting proper data to insure hospital bills will be paid by a third-party payer or the patient. Provides customer service to patients and orients patients to the registration/admission process. Performs scheduling functions of new and follow-up patients. Responsible for identifying, collecting and reconciling patient liabilities on a routine basis. Corresponds with Supervisor/Manager on operational issues as required. Collaborates, communicates and coordinates to create a positive experience through the entire patient access and revenue cycle flow.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks (remove when not applicable to position posting for):

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer