Patient Access Representative
Somerville, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Patient Access RepresentativeMGB Enterprise Revenue Cycle Operations
Be the first point of contact in creating a positive patient experience. As a Patient Access Representative you will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth and efficient check-in and discharge process while delivering exceptional customer service. This position is responsible for welcoming patients collecting and verifying demographic and insurance information scheduling appointments processing payments and helping patients understand insurance and billing procedures. The ideal candidate is customer-focused detail-oriented and committed to providing a seamless experience for patients and families.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome and assist patients in a professional courteous and compassionate manner.
Collect verify and accurately enter patient demographic and insurance information into electronic systems.
Schedule appointments and confirm patient information.
Educate patients on insurance coverage billing policies and organizational procedures.
Process patient payments and provide receipts.
Obtain and track pre-authorizations for services and procedures as required.
Address patient questions concerns and requests promptly escalating complex issues to senior Patient Access staff or management when appropriate.
Maintain accuracy confidentiality and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
What Youll Bring
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Experience working with patient registration scheduling insurance verification or healthcare administration preferred.
Commitment to providing an outstanding patient experience.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
- Can this role review or accept experience in lieu of a degree No
- Admitting scheduling registration or insurance verification experience 1-2 years preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance verification procedures preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong computer proficiency.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Working Model Required
Shifts
9:30-6:00 ET M-F is needed for business needs.
We may consider 9:00a-5:30pm ET but this is less ideal for business needs and would need to be reviewed if candidate requested.
- M-F Eastern Business Hours required
- A quiet secure compliant workspace is required for remote employees and will be viewed and confirmed via Microsoft Teams Video for all employees
- MGB will ensure that all candidates have a HIPAA-compliant workspace (a dedicated private workspace with a lockable file cabinet that is free from distraction and separate from others)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$17.71 - $25.28/HourlyGrade
2EEO Statement:
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.