Patient Access Coordinator (Full-Time or Part-Time Nights or Evenings)

Company: Universal Health Services, Inc.
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: March 14, 2023

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Fairfax Behavioral Health (a UHS facility): Fairfax Behavioral Health, founded in 1930, is a private, free-standing mental health hospital that specializes in psychiatric and detox treatment. We strive to meet and respond to the needs of our community by offering a continuum of care and evidenced-based programs at multiple locations within our region. We have behavioral health facilities and services located in Kirkland, Everett and Monroe, Washington. Mental and behavioral health challenges are a growing concern within our communities. Whether it is ourselves or a loved one, we will all likely be affected by behavioral health and mental disorders or illness. This drives our passion for providing evidenced-based outpatient and inpatient psychiatric treatment programs with successful outcomes.For more information, please visit us at POSITION SUMMARYFairfax is looking for a Patient Access Coordinator to join our Intake team. (1.0 FTE or 0.5 FTE available, Nights or Evenings) Must be able to work every other weekend. The Patient Access Coordinator (PAC) is primarily responsible for answering and appropriately managing incoming telephone calls; scheduling patient assessments/appointments; creating and updating patient pre-registrations including verification of benefits and financial counseling; setting certain expectations for patients regarding their services, and responding to customers' information needs. The PAC is also cross-trained and utilized as a Hospital Services Representative (HSR), thereby assuming the responsibilities associated with the patient discharge/check-out function. Additionally, the PAC is responsible for performing various administrative and clerical duties required to support these functions and, on an as-needed basis, may be required to perform other tasks. Wage Range:Minimum: $20.29/hourMaximum: $26.77/hour
Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required. Experience: At least two years working experience in a hospital or Dr. Office setting helpful. Strong background in customer service. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Needs to have a general knowledge of patient accounting which includes billing and reimbursement requirements. Computer skills and ability to interact with all types of customers.Work hours: 11pm-7:30am (MUST BE Work every other weekend) WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT FAIRFAX BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND UHS? Our team at Fairfax strives to improve the status quo surrounding mental health by providing quality care and treatment through inpatient and outpatient services. At Fairfax Behavioral Health, we remove stigmas by building bridges and awareness within our community. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the members of our community dealing with behavioral health challenges. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:

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