Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Financial Counselor, Patient Access Services in Elizabeth, New Jersey
Financial Counselor, Patient Access ServicesReq #:0000150089
Category:Clerical / Administrative Support
Status:Part-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department:Patient Access Services
Location:
WILLIAMSON STREET, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Job Overview:
Completes NOA (notice of admission) obtains authorizations, verifies and reviews all inpatient charts for insurance and demographic accuracy. Co-ordinates with UR and Social Workers in regard to LOS and placement authorization after discharge.
Qualifications:
Required:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Prior experience in hospital admissions, billing or accounting setting preferred
Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance verification, and collections preferred.
Experience in insurance authorization/pre-certification
Preferred:
- Bilingual Spanish preferred
Scheduling Requirements:
Shift- 9:00am- 5:00pm
Every other weekend and holiday
Part Time/ No Benefits
Essential Functions:
Financially screens all self-pay patients for Charity Care and start application and/or assist patient with Family Care application
Make appropriate referrals to Outstation Medicaid Worker or County Board of Social Services
Evaluate ALL In-Patient admissions for pre-cert and insurance benefits
Verify all Medicare s through on-line system
Complete and mail PAIC s on all appropriate admissions
Various other duties received from Supervisor
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer