Patient Access Rep

Mountainside Medical Center

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Montclair, New Jersey

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Patient Access Rep acts as a liaison between finance, nursing, and physician offices to manage patient registration and insurance verification. They handle telephone lines, obtain necessary authorizations, and provide patients with required federal mandate information.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and at least one year of experience in the medical or medical insurance fields. You should possess knowledge of medical terminology and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, coupled with excellent customer service and multitasking abilities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Medical Terminology

Microsoft Office Suite

Job Description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Medical Clinic Patient Access Representative in Montclair, NJ. 

Why Join Us? 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better 

  • Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. 
  • People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. 
  • Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. 
  • Learn more about the benefits offered for this job. 

Get to Know Your Team: 

  • Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Responsibilities

  • The Patient Access Rep serves as the liaison between Finance, Nursing, and Physician offices.
  • The role obtains accurate demographic information, records, and verifies all pertinent information from insurance companies with respect to a patient’s authorization for services, eligibility, and benefits.
  • Registers patients for Family Practice Group and obtains accurate demographic and insurance information.
  • Handles main telephone lines for the Family Practice Group.
  • Provides patients with information required by federal mandates, i.e., Patient Rights and Responsibilities, and Advance Care Directives.
  • Obtains appropriate signatures and copies and/or scans all identification and healthcare coverage presented.
  • Communicates all information and financial responsibility to the patient/guarantor.
  • Completes registration forms, insurance forms, HMO referrals, processes medical record requests, and any other MFP office forms required by our patients.
  • Provides general non-clinical information regarding the Family Practice Group and gives necessary instructions prior to appointments.
  • Maintains confidentiality with all information.

Qualifications

Job Requirements: 

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.

  • 1+ years of working in the medical/and or medical insurance fields.

  • Knowledge of medical terminology.

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Excellent customer service skills and strong ability to multitask.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.  

Mountainside Medical Center

Mountainside Medical Center has been serving Montclair and surrounding New Jersey communities since 1891. In collaboration with its joint venture partners, Ardent Health Services and Hackensack Meridian Health, Mountainside Medical Center is well positioned for future growth and continued excellence in providing care to Essex County and surrounding regions. With the addition of innovative capabilities, Mountainside Medical Center’s respected medical and community reputation has gained even more strength. Ongoing collaboration with physicians and community leaders enables Mountainside Medical Center team to bring the latest medical programs, technology and patient-focused care to local communities.
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