Patient Access Representative - Willamette Valley Medical Center : Job Details

Willamette Valley Medical Center Full time - Outpatient Registrar / SchedulerMonday - Friday, 8:30a - 5:00pWho We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed acute-care, full-service facility, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and certified as an accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. We also provide a host of other services including the Joint Replacement Institute, a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient Surgical Services, a Family Birthing Center, Endoscopy, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardio Pulmonary Services, Therapy Services, and Oncology services through H.R. Hoover MD Cancer Center. Where We Are:McMinnville, Oregon is located amid the rolling vineyards of the Willamette Valley, midway between Portland and the coast in Yamhill County. In addition to the natural beauty and historic charm, McMinnville is a city where you can experience award-winning restaurants, a world-class aviation museum, unique art galleries, beautiful public parks, and fun-filled community events. We invite you to explore our community through these local sites.Why Choose Us:Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employeesCompetitive Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistanceTuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicantsAnd much more Position Summary:Collects patient demographic and insurance information for outpatient servicesCollects insurance, co-pay, and deductibles at Point of Service. -Quickly and efficiently expedites the registration process. -Provides a positive first impression of the hospital to the public.Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members.Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation. Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions.Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement.Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary. Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.Minimum Qualifications:Education: High School Diploma or GED, Preferred;Associate's Degree, PreferredRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Must be self-motivated and able to multi-taskHandle with Care to be received within 30 days of orientation and kept annually.EEOC Statement:Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.