Patient Access Associate 1 - Springfield
Patient Access Associate 1 - Springfield
Inova Health
Springfield, VA
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Job Description
The Patient Access Associate 1 is responsible for financial counseling and insurance verification, and notification to patients and/or guardians of financial responsibility. Identifies and communicates payer authorizations and referral requirements as required.
Job Responsibilities
Experience - 1 year of customer service or 1 year of experience in a medical setting. Or Associates degree in lieu of experience.
Education - High School diploma or equivalent.
About Us
We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.
Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
The Patient Access Associate 1 is responsible for financial counseling and insurance verification, and notification to patients and/or guardians of financial responsibility. Identifies and communicates payer authorizations and referral requirements as required.
Job Responsibilities
- Works independently to complete assignments without close supervision; Improves inefficiencies and minimizes repetitive errors by changing/improving workflow processes; Uses a logical process to identify the cause of problems and develop appropriate solutions.
- Selects an appropriate method of communication for audiences and adjusts communication style when needed.
- Explains insurance benefits and patient liability by using appropriate communication methods/styles.
- Applies knowledge of online payer verification systems to obtain and validate insurance information on a timely and accurate basis.
- Coordinates with other departments to assist or transport patients/visitors requiring special attention/support; Interviews patients to secure and document required medical, financial, demographic and insurance information.
- Educates and assists patients with the completion/submission of applications for alternative sources of payment for healthcare services including medical assistance programs, loans and grants.
- Reports safety hazards/violations and takes appropriate action to protect the environment and guests until help arrives – if necessary.
- Communicates scheduling changes to patients, staff, physicians and patient representatives in a timely and professional manner.
- May perform additional duties as required.
Experience - 1 year of customer service or 1 year of experience in a medical setting. Or Associates degree in lieu of experience.
Education - High School diploma or equivalent.
About Us
We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.
Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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Seniority level
Not Applicable -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Health Care Provider -
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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