Patient Access Specialist​/Coordinator-PAS-Per Diem Nights-Temecula Valley Hospital

Responsibilities

Patient Access Coordinator

The Patient Access Specialist/Coordinator (PAS) demonstrates a solid knowledge of the registration process. PAS Specialist is responsible for obtaining all accurate demographic and financial information, completing registrations, correcting insurance coding and descriptions using tools such as the Rolodex in SMS, Matrixes for contracted medical groups and the Internet; completes all Status Transfers; ensures correct room placement for patients; and runs and accepts the HDX reports on all insurances that apply.

Additionally, this role obtains and ensures that all necessary notifications, authorizations, verification of benefits and tracking numbers for all accounts/insurances are obtained.

Essential Job Duties:

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and non-verbally
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact diplomatically and to maintain a professional demeanor with physicians, the public and hospital staff at all times
• Ability to discuss personal and financial matters with patients and/or their representatives
• Good problem solving and process efficiency skills
• Knowledge of insurance benefits, covered services and collection procedures for all insurance programs for acute facilities
• General knowledge of office procedures and ability to utilize resources in an organized manner
• Type 35-40 words per minute
• Knowledge of computer keyboard

Experience/Training/Education:

• One-year experience in a hospital admitting or medical business office, with computer experience preferred
• High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• CPI Certification within the first 90 days

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive compensation

Temecula Valley Hospital (TVH), part of Southwest Healthcare, brings advanced technology, innovative programs, patient-centered and family sensitive care to area residents. The hospital features 140 private patient rooms; emergency care; advanced cardiac and stroke care; orthopedics; general and surgical specialties. TVH is nationally recognized for Patient Safety designated by The Leapfrog Group as a Top Hospital in 2017 and 2020 and has received 10 “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, most recently in Spring 2023.

TVH is a DNV Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and has received multiple recognitions for stroke care and patient safety. For more information, visit

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