Patient Access Representative I

at NorthShore University Health System in Skokie, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Inbound Call Center Representative/Patient Access Representative I

Position Highlights:
Position: Inbound Call Center Representative/Patient Access Representative I
Location: Skokie, IL
Onsite for the first 6 to 9 months. Option for remote work after 6 to 9months uponcompletion of a successful training period
Full Time:
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:15 AM- 5:45 PM
Half day Saturday: 9:00-1:15 PM

What you will do:

Handle patients requests, over the phone, for multiple Medical Offices/Hospital departments while applying correct workflows and protocols
Simultaneously collect information from patients and enter data into our electronic health record system (called EPIC)
Schedule appointments, procedures, and events at our NorthShore locations
Register and verify insurance eligibility, informing the patients of their financial responsibility
Promote key initiatives for Patient Access Center and NorthShore (i.e. online services)
Adhere to privacy (HIPAA) guidelines when speaking with patients and families
Route calls to correct administrative and clinical departments after assessing patients' needs
Supports departmental changes, demonstrating flexibility and a positive attitude in a fast paced, changing environment

What you will need:
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
Associates or Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
One year of customer service experience (required)
Inbound call center experience (required)
Healthcare experience (preferred)
Prior scheduling (preferred)

Skills:
Basic computer skills including proficiencies in Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Outlook, as well as the ability to type 25 words per minute
Exhibits essential Customer Service focused commitment demonstrating active listening, focus on issue resolution, sharp attention to detail, and analytical and problem-solving abilities to meet and exceed the needs of our patients
Demonstrates importance of attendance and maintaining a positive work environment, arriving on time and with minimal absenteeism
Eager to accept educational opportunities as shared through workflow or process changes

Benefits:Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Job Description Name: Patient Access Representative I

Job Code: 5010142N

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EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.