• Patient Access Technology Specialist

    UnityPoint Health (Waterloo, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Patient Services

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.3

    + Department: Radiology Admin- Logan

    + Shift: Varies (hrs between 630a-6p)

    + Job ID: 173305

     

    Overview

     

    Admitting Tech

     

    UnityPoint Health - Radiology

     

    Shift: Part-time; Day shift - hours vary

     

    Creates accurate and thorough registration for each patient visit. Responsible for obtaining demographic and financial information, as well as obtaining signatures required for successful billing submission. Collects patient liability before or at the time of service as defined by the patient’s insurance plan. Identifies those patients who may need financial assistance. Interact in a customer focused and compassionate manner to ensure patient’s needs are met.

     

    Why UnityPoint Health?

     

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

     

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

     

    + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

    + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

    + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

     

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

     

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

     

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Responsibilities

    + Register patients

    + Review and gathering of patient demographics and insurance

    + Need ability to understand insurance cards and policies/co-pays/deductibles

    + Acquiring & explaining all required patient signatures for consents

    + Handle incoming and outgoing phone calls

    + Financial Responsibility ✓

    + Create & present visit estimates

    + Ask for payments

    + Meet point of service goals & standards

    + Balance and close cash drawers

    Qualifications

    Education:

    + High School Diploma or equivalent

    Experience:

    + 1-year medical office or equivalent experience preferred

    Other:

    + Writes, reads, comprehends, and speaks fluent English.

    + Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheets, email and web browser.