Job Details

Overview

Chinese Hospital • San Francisco Bay Area

Department: Patient Accounting

Reports to: Director of Patient Financial Services

Type: Per Diem

Requisition #: 12677

Position Summary: Responsible for daily registration of patients and timely billing and collection of Accounts Receivable. Acts as a backup to cashier in the event of heavy patient traffic.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Registration
• Responsible for obtaining complete and accurate demographic and financial information from the patient, as well as all required signatures on necessary forms.
• Responsible for input of information into various computer systems.
• Responsible to collect self-pay deposits, co-insurance and/or deductibles from the patient at the time of registration.
• Accountable for assuring all reimbursement requirements are met prior to completion of registration (Certifications, Authorizations, Eligibility, etc.).
• Responsible for receipting monies collected.
• Responsible for assembly and completion of the patient account.
• Responsible to answer all incoming phone inquiries.
• Guest Relations
• Assists or directs patient to the correct source in order to address all questions and concerns in effort to serve the patient in the best way possible
• Develop and maintain a professional, empathetic, and congenial demeanor toward the patient at all times to establish a consistent and good patient relation and positive public relations image throughout the community
• Meet assigned deadlines

Qualifications

Required

• Knowledge of Insurance Benefits
• Extensive knowledge of third payer reimbursement requirements
• Knowledge of collection law
• Good collection skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to make decisions coupled with good self-management skills
• Computer proficiency (EMR knowledge a plus)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written
• Ability to take initiative, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Fluent in English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin)

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED
• Preferably two or more years of Hospital Patient Accounting and Registration experience in an acute care facility
• Preferably two or more years of experience in customer service and/or guest relations
• Knowledge of community resources and cultural needs
• Medical terminology preferred

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, staff is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk and/or listen. Use of hands for computer work, writing reports, equipment setup/cleaning/storage, clerical support, etc. Frequent phone use. Good vision to read schedules, enter accurate data. Must be in good general health and emotionally stable to carry out duties. Able to lift up to 30 pounds. Use proper body mechanics when handling equipment. Standing, walking and moving 50% of the day.

Compliance Requirements

Complies with Chinese Hospital Compliance Handbook including Code of Ethics and all statutes, regulations, guidelines applicable to federal and state programs. Responsibilities include following guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any statute, regulations, agreements or guidelines applicable to all healthcare programs.

Base Pay Scale

Starting at $24.78-$30.46 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care