Welcome to Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas, Irving, TX, where innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care converge to create an exceptional workplace!
Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas is seeking a qualified Business Office Float for our Business Office!
**Schedule: PRN basis - as needed**
JOB SUMMARY
Serves as a float position to assist in insurance verification and patient registration. Interface with visitors, patients, family, and physicians, physician office staff, insurance companies on phone and in person for patient admission to Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas and insurance verification of surgical services for patients of the facility. Will be asked to move between functions as the needs of the business dictate.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs clerical duties involved with admission of patients, keeping delays to a minimum
- Ensures identification, insurance and all Admissions paperwork is accurate and scanned into the PAS system
- Directs patient to appropriate area upon arrival
- Ensures patient is registered and marked properly in the PAS system
- Understands how to add a walk-in or direct admit into the PAS system
- Prepares charts/packets as assigned
- Expedites patient complaints and concerns promptly to correct department
- Answers incoming calls, responding correctly or transferring as needed
- Assists with distribution of messages
- Responds promptly when code is alerted
- Logs payments, maintains daily and balance cash drawer
- Completes Beginning and End of Shift duties
- Maintains organized and cleanliness appearance of lobby areas
- Maintains the insurance verification workload utilizing PAS queue information.
- Ensures that all verifications are complete and accurate, takes appropriate action when timelines are missed.
- Work with hospital and physician office employees to ensure smooth and efficient flow of incoming verifications.
- Proficient in managed care contract interpretation to include ability to process cases accordingly.
- Participates in team meetings.
- Ensures cases are authorized per insurance carrier recommendation and guidelines.
- Notification to appropriate staff and offices regarding pending authorizations.
- Works correspondence pertaining to insurance authorizations, if applicable.
- Responds to messages left from employees, physician offices or patients in timely manner.
- Other duties as assigned.
Why Choose Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas?
- A Powerhouse Collaboration: Our hospital is a joint venture between Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), United Surgical Partners International (USPI), and dedicated local physicians. This partnership ensures a dynamic and enriching environment for both patients and staff.
- Serving North Texas: Covering the expansive North Texas region, we provide a wide range of medical and surgical services across 7 Operating Rooms, 12 private inpatient rooms, and a 3-bed Emergency Department.
- Expert Specializations: Our hospital is a hub for expertise, specializing in Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Spine, Urology, General Surgery, ENT, and more. Our diverse range of specialties offers you the opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference in patients' lives.
- A Legacy of Excellence: Established in 2003 as Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital, we've been serving the Dallas-Fort Worth communities for years. Our unwavering mission is to provide top-notch surgical care in a welcoming and safe environment – a place where we'd confidently treat our own families.
- Education & Compassionate Care: Our commitment to personalized health and wellness extends beyond medical procedures. We empower our staff to stay up to date on the latest advancements, treatments, and procedures, ensuring the best possible care for our patients and their families.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Experience the future of healthcare with our state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced technology. From routine procedures to complex surgeries, we combine exceptional care with genuine compassion.
Join us at Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas and contribute to a legacy of excellence and innovation. Apply today to be a part of our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and their families. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!
Required Skills
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Licensure/Certification
- BLS required
Specific Job Experience
- Minimum 1 year customer service experience, previous medical office or hospital experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Basic computer skills
- Good communication and people skills.
- Basic office skills
- Excellent telephone skills - ability to screen incoming calls, adequately respond to telephone inquiries.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive, privileged communications and work product.
- Ability to utilize Electronic Heath Care Record system for documentation to patients account/record
Required Experience