| Req #:238147Department:UW MEDICINE FINANCIAL ACCESS CLEARANCE TEAMJob Location:Remote/HybridPosting Date:09/13/2024 Closing Info:Open Until Filled Salary:$21.21 – $30.32 per hour Other Compensation: Union Position:YesShift:First Shift Benefits:As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please view this page. Temporary/hourly appointment. | ||
| UW MEDICINE FINANCIAL ACCESS CLEARANCE TEAM (FACT) has an outstanding opportunity for a FINANCIAL ACCESS SPECIALIST 1. WORK SCHEDULE Hourly, 1-year Fixed Term Mondays – Fridays, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Primarily 100% Remote/Telework position, with the potential for occasional assignment at other UW Medicine work locations based on operational or training needs POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Provide prompt and courteous insurance clearance service using your excellent communication skills with internal and external customers Be a part of a team dedicated to supporting UW Medicine where Patients Are First DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The UW Medicine Financial Access Clearance Team (FACT) coordinates the insurance clearance process for Inpatient planned and unplanned admits, for Outpatient Surgery, Clinic Procedures, high dollar Infusion, and/or Radiology high dollar Procedures Our team values excellent customer service, timely response, accurate authorization, and courteous processing of calls PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in on-the-job training to learn to coordinate the insurance clearance process, as well as various functions associated with obtaining and verifying the insurance coverage and benefits for facility and professional services Review scheduled appointments through patient work queue, and obtain insurance authorizations through assigned payer administrators Verify/document patient eligibility and benefits; document progress in EPIC auth/cert and REG Refer uninsured patients for Medicaid/Charity eligibility screening; call referring providers to obtain referrals or to initiate authorization Prepare estimates of fees upon request from Patient Care Consultants, and review payment options with patients Collect payments and process using cash drawer in EPIC Call patients to provide overview of limited medical benefits and Out-of-Pocket cost; prepare Notice of Non-Coverage form for patient signature REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or GED certificate plus one year of experience in a medical office setting; OR, equivalent education/experience. ABOUT UW MEDICINE – A HIGHER DEGREE OF HEALTHCARE UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center – Montlake, UW Medical Center – Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. | ||
| Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. |
