Patient Financial Services Rep/UKHC

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 14 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Patient Financial Services Rep/UKHC
Requisition Number RE44944
Working Title Patient Financial Services Rep/UKHC
Department Name H4014:Patient Accounts
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 07
Salary Range $17.50-27.31/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and performing tasks with repetitive motions.
Shift
Day shift, Monday – Friday
Job Summary
Under the Patient Financial Services Supervisor direction, the Patient Financial Services Representative for Collections representative is responsible for collecting and resolving inpatient and outpatient accounts from governmental, commercial, and/or managed care payers. This representative is expected to be familiar with the hospital and departmental policies and procedures and has the ability to utilize all resources within the hospital and department to accomplish assigned job duties. The PFS Representative will also participate in unit and enterprise activities to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will be customer service oriented; possess in-depth HIPAA knowledge; have the ability to multi-task with a strong emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail; be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel; have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal); have solid time management, critical thinking, follow-through, and planning and organizational skills; and have a high level of respect for confidentiality.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate degree; third party insurance claims follow-up/collections experience; and medical, office and/or clerical work preferred. Previous experience working with patient accounts/HIPAA is highly preferred.
Deadline to Apply 04/24/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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