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Job Description

Access Specialist
Date: 08/17/2009
Location: Downers Grove, IL
Facility:GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
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Working at S.Downers and some flex coverage at Good Samaritan Hospital and Woodridge locations. Must be flexible.

South Downers hours:

Alternate Saturday and Sundays 11:30 am - 8pm and/or 3pm - 8pm.

Outgoing, high level of energy and customer service oriented. Positive attitude.

Ability to proficiently communicate and interact with the public, physicians, and associates.

Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with a high level of empathy, tact, and poise.

Knowledge of general office equipment (computer, photocopier, fax, and multi-line telephone.)

Ability to transcribe medical information.

Ability to multitask and perform in a flexible manner.

Ability to type while interviewing.

Must demonstrate a high level of customer awareness and a strong commitment to fulfilling customer needs.

Ability to organize, prioritize and problem solve.

Ability to read, write, speak, and follow oral and written instruction.

Current knowledge of regulatory standards.

Projects a mature, compassionate, positive, customer service attitude in a professional demeanor.

Works independently with flexibility

Excellent spelling , communication and interpersonal skills

High School graduate or equivalent.

Two years CRT/data entry experience preferred.

Data entry skills

2-3 years access experience preferably in an acute care setting.

Basic understanding ICD-9 and CPT coding.

Strong medical terminology background

Certified in medical terminology within six (6) months of employment.

Job Description:

Accurately collects, analyzes and records demographic, insurance/financial, and clinical data from multiple sources, and obtains other information necessary for registration and billing at patient bedside. Effectively screens for compliance with payer requirements. Interacts in a customer focused and compassionate manner to ensure that patients and their representatives needs are met.

Accountabilities:

1. Responsible for accurate and complete pre-registration and registration information in a timely and cost-effective manner.

2. Involvement in specialized department activities

Addendum:

New requirements for pushing and moving equipment and bedside registration funcion
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