Senior Admitting Worker (full-time)

Job description

Under supervision, Senior Admitting Workers assigned to hospitals estimate length of hospitalization from the doctor’s diagnosis and arrange for a deposit on the estimated cost of hospitalization; secure necessary authorization for patients sponsored by private or public agencies; recommend assignment of available teaching funds for patients within established standards; and verify and evaluate insurance benefits. In outpatient clinics, incumbents verify insurance and make financial arrangements for clinic patients, or obstetrical patients who are going to be hospitalized; contact sponsoring private or public agencies to obtain authorization of payment for clinic care; and may refer ineligible applicants to other agencies.
Requirements:
• High School diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in healthcare, insurance-related or comparable level.
• Must have demonstrated strong customer service skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to follow instructions; work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have basic PC skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, typing 30 wpm.
• Articulate and concise oral communication and the ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a culturally diverse staff and patient/family population.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability onsite in San Francisco.
• Must able to work three days a week, 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m., various days of the week to include weekends.

Preferences:
• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare, insurance-related or comparable level
• Proficiency in health insurance eligibility and authorization requirements
• Epic experience; Admissions, Discharges, and Transfers (ADT) experience
• Second Language
• Previous experience in hospital, insurance payer, or physician’s office setting
• Basic knowledge of Medical Terminology/
• Knowledge of government program regulations, Medi-Cal, Medicare, MIA, CCS, and other third-party payors.