Patient Access Specialist - Emergency Department - Albany Medical Center : Job Details

Admitting Operations

Work Shift: Evening (United States of America)

Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64

HS Diploma, Associates Preferred CHAA (or acquired within 2 years of hire) Strong computer skills 3 5 years experience Hospital or Physician office experience preferred

Strong insurance knowledge regarding payer contract interpretation including Authorization Requirements and Setting of Care Proven customer service skill with ability to exceed expectations Ability to multi-task in stressful and high patient volume unit; must be able to manage pressure of very tight timeframes to execute task Ability to learn in classroom setting; utilizing resources Ability to remain composed under pressure Ability to review information and draw appropriate conclusion Good judgement and ability to be resourceful to problem solve; escalate issues as needed Team minded worth ethic Demonstrated ability interpret patient's insurance benefits and apply the applicable contractual obligations Critical thinking ability regarding issues with financially securing payment Ability to discuss sensitive concepts with patients regarding financial obligations

Excellent working knowledge of computer based applications with strong PC/keyboard skills. Demonstrated organizational skills with excellent interpersonal and communication ability. Must be able to push workstation on wheels (WOW) for extended period of time

• 3 years front line registration and training experience.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of internal/external registration and billing systems.
• Excellent decision making skills with analytical ability and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to build confidence, raise skill level and promote a productive work environment

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Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a need to know and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.