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Overview
Join our esteemed Cardiology Clinic as a Registration and Scheduling Representative and become an integral part of our mission to provide exceptional cardiovascular care. Are you passionate about ensuring patients receive the necessary support and assistance to navigate their healthcare journey seamlessly? We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate individual to manage patient registrations, schedule appointments, and coordinate diagnostic tests and procedures. As the face of our clinic, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing personalized care and support to our patients and their families. Previous experience in healthcare administration or scheduling is preferred, with a strong understanding of cardiology terminology and procedures being advantageous. If you’re ready to contribute to a team dedicated to improving the heart health of our community, we invite you to apply and join us in our commitment to excellence in cardiac care.
Pay & Benefits:
• Compensation: $20 to $26.75 hourly wage based on experience and education
• Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
• Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
• Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)
• Schedule:Full-time, days, 40 Hours per week, 5×58 hour shifts, Monday thru Friday
Responsibilities include pre-registration, receiving physician orders, insurance verification, gathering pre-authorizations, scheduling, and pre-certifications for assigned area. Maintains records and produces statistical reports as required. May distribute educational materials to patients and families if needed in assigned department. Performs financial counseling when appropriate. Explains and obtains signatures on hospital legal forms i.e. Conditions of Admission, Financial Agreement, Advance Directive, Hospital Grievance policy.
About Foundation Health Partners
Beginning January 1, 2017, Tanana Valley Clinic, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital and Denali Center became part of Foundation Health Partners, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. Foundation Health Partners will operate all three facilities through a 15-member Board of Directors. At Foundation Health Partners, our patients and residents are at the heart of everything we do. Community owned and operated – we are dedicated to providing compassionate health care for every chapter in your life story.
Responsibilities
• Receives physician orders and seeks clarification, if necessary. Performs pre-registration/registration processes, verifies insurance coverage and obtains pre-authorizations and pre-certifications and notifications. Accurately and completely documents all information into the patient records system to ensure maximum reimbursement. May obtain all necessary signatures and documentation, as appropriate.
• Coordinates prior authorizations for patient treatments or diagnostic procedures. Resolves scheduling conflicts, as needed. Documents all information regarding patient re-schedules. Utilizes computerized scheduling systems.
• Enters patient information in computerized scheduling system and gathers information and modifies records, as needed to maintain current database. Prepares charts and manages files within regulatory requirements. Compiles and reports statistical data, if needed by the assigned department.
• May calculate patient liability according to verification of insurance benefits, collect deposits and copayments. Distributes educational materials to patients and families, when necessary. Responds to diverse questions or refers to appropriate clinical staff.
• May provide financial counseling to patients and their families. Explains FHP financial policies and provides information as to available resources and avenues for alternative payment arrangements. Assists patient and their families in completing financial assistance paperwork when appropriate.
• Provides administrative support to the assigned unit when required.
• Meets or exceeds productivity standards. Completes daily assignments and maintains accurate production logs and records. Identifies opportunities to improve work processes and practices good work group dynamics.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
Qualifications
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Requires skills and abilities typically attained with one (1) or more years of medical clerical experience. Medical terminology knowledge is required. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills.
Must be proficient with commonly used office software and computers and possess the ability to use computerized scheduling systems. Must be able to maintain accurate statistical records, gather data, and produce reports.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior experience in a hospital central scheduling or physician office scheduling setting preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
