Patient Service Specialist - Inpatient Authorizations - 4S Ranch at Scripps Health
San Diego, CA 92121, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Nov, 25

Salary

33.15

Posted On

28 Aug, 25

Experience

3 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Customer Service Skills, Obstetrics, Gastroenterology, Communication Skills, Government, Professional Development Programs, Millennials, Analytical Skills, Management Skills, Learning Environment, Excel, Oncology, Stressful Situations, Powerpoint, Teams, Orthopedics

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

Scripps Health Administrative Services supports our five hospital campuses, 31 outpatient centers, clinics, emergency rooms, urgent care sites, along with our 17,000 employees, more than 3,000 affiliated physicians and 2,000 volunteers.
This is a Full-Time (80 hours every two weeks) benefitted position working varied day shifts. Flexible schedule availability is a must. Once training is complete, this position has a hybrid work schedule, with a work from home (WFH) and in-office schedule. The office is located at our Business Services office in 4S Ranch.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of computer applications, excellent mathematical skills and ability to handle monies.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills; innovative with ability to identify and solve problems.
  • Able to adapt, prioritize and meet deadlines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of 3 years working with commercial, government, and workers’ compensation payers.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in obtaining authorizations for imaging or surgical services.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in patient registration
  • Comprehensive understanding of coordination of benefits, outpatient and inpatient authorization processes for both hospitals and provider settings.
  • Proficiency with EPIC electronic health record system.
  • Strong command of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
  • Ability to multitask effectively.
  • Demonstrated capability to work well under pressure and handle high levels of stress.
  • Flexible and adaptable to change in a dynamic work environment.
  • Detail-oriented with strong time management skills.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex authorization issues.
  • Resourceful and able to work independently when needed.
  • Excellent communication skills for interacting with providers, staff, and patients.
  • Proven ability to work well with providers and staff, fostering effective collaborations.
  • Team player who contributes positively to team dynamics.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
  • Ability to remain calm and focused in stressful situations.
    At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work.
    You’ll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.
    Position Pay Range: $25.40-$33.15/hou
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for interacting with patients and providers to gather information necessary for accurate registration including point of service payment collection and document collection, functions.
  • Receives and routes messages received in the department appropriately as well as manages customer billing and payment inquires as needed.
  • Effectively manages collecting any patient responsibility and accurately preparing end of day reporting or payment reconciliation as needed.
  • Assisting patients with discussing payment arrangement options including financial assistance information, providing price estimates.
  • May coordinate scheduling, meeting and travel planning needs, department communication as needed.
  • May assist in gathering necessary reports, statistics, outcomes for the department as needed.
  • Regularly displays a proactive approach to customer service by listening to the patient, taking ownership of solutions, and is able to accurately identify the need to involve leadership in order to resolve concerns
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