Emory Healthcare

Patient Access Priority Engagement Specialist Lead

  • Emory Healthcare
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Full Time
  • 19 days ago
Salary
$20.1 - $26.13 / Hour

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Job Description

Overview:
Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:
  • Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
  • Family-focused benefits
  • Wellness incentives
Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs...and more

Full Time / 40hrs
Description:
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • The function of the Patient Access Priority Engagement Specialist, Lead is responsible for the coordination, communication, and training of the patient access teams for Emory Hospitals in conjunction with the training team.
  • Assists (Supervisor/Manager) to define duties and responsibilities of staff; assigns work, monitors progress of work, and ensures timely completion of assigned tasks.
  • The Lead provides continuity during the initial and ongoing training of employees throughout the patient access teams for Emory Hospitals.
  • Provides ongoing performance feedback, addresses problems to new and existing employees.
  • Assists with departmental workflow as needed, ensures timely registrations by staff, and cross-trains in other Access Departments and Facilities.
  • Maintains thorough understanding of insurance, registration, scheduling, referrals, authorizations, and account follow-up.
  • Identifies, handles, and notifies leadership of issues and initiates appropriate action for resolution.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelors degree preferred and two years healthcare, customer services or related job experience preferred.
  • Have working knowledge of Medical terminology, ICD-9/10 and CPT-4 basics, Detailed-oriented, effective communication skills, leadership, problem solving, interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Demonstrated key competencies, knowledge & proficiency of Patient Access Priority Engagement Specialist II duties and workflow.
  • Quality Scores within expected range as outlined.
  • No performance or disciplinary issues.
  • Annual Evaluation rating at least meeting.
  • ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proficient in scheduling all appointments, demonstrates knowledge of contact center operations, demonstrate leadership characteristics, leadership courses including IDP Call center school (supervisor curriculum).

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture:
Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS:
EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium/Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Additional Details:
Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

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