Scheduling Associate- Pool/Per Diem, Remote- Trinity Health, Mid-Atlantic

Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is looking for a Scheduling Associate to join our Patient Access team!
Employment Type:
Part Time
Shift:
PRN/as needed schedule, hours per department needs. Remote opportunity.
Job Description Summary:
Under the direction of the Regional Patient Access Call Center Manager, the Scheduling Associate is responsible for timely and accurate appointment scheduling with expertise in scheduling protocols, registration, insurance requirements/verification, identification of accurate patient responsibility with notification to the patient for the Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Region which includes Mercy Fitzgerald, Nazareth Hospital, St. Francis Wilmington and St. Mary Medical Center Langhorne.
This is a key position that will begin the overall patient experience and initiates the billing process for any services provided by the hospital.

• Accurately schedule appointments using scheduling protocols and insurance requirements via current HIS (Health Information System). Collects and documents all required demographic and financial information. Appropriately activates pre-registration.
• Completes scheduling of appointment, pre-registration, insurance verification and authorization requirements with collection of out of pocket payments as applicable based on Bronze Standard.
• Analyze patient insurance(s), identifies the correct insurance plan, selects appropriately from HIS insurance and plan selections and documents correct insurance order. Applies recurring visit processing according to protocol.
• Screens outpatient visits for medical necessity and issues Advanced Beneficiary Notice as appropriate for Medicare primary outpatients. Provides cost estimates. Collects and documents Medicare Questionnaire and obtains information from the patient if third party payers need to be billed (i.e. worker's compensation, motor vehicle accidents and any other applicable payer).
• Financial Advocacy: Screens all patients self-pay & out of network patients using approved technology. Provides information for follow up and referral to the RHM Medicaid Vendor and/or Benefit Advocate as appropriate. Initiates payment plans and obtains payment. Informs and explains all applicable government and private funding programs and other cash payment plans or discounts to the patient and/or family. Incorporates point of service (POS) collection processes into daily functions.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred
• Must possess a minimum one (1) to two (2) years' experience in scheduling and financial clearance in a healthcare setting
• Ability to schedule for multiple facilities with significant variants in protocols
• Strong knowledge of third-party and government payer billing and reimbursement guidelines as well as department performance standards and policies and procedures
• Preferred NAHAM CHAA or AAHAM CRCS certification

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including:

• Retirement Savings Program
• Free Parking
• And more!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.