Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital is currently seeking candidates for multiple Access Specialist positions.
The Access Specialist will accurately collect, analyze and record demographic, insurance/financial, and clinical data from multiple sources, and obtain other information necessary for registration and billing at patient bedside. Effectively screens for compliance with payer requirements. Interacts in a customer focused and compassionate manner to ensure that patients and their representative“s needs are met.Qualifications2-3 years access experience preferably in an acute care setting.Basic understanding ICD-9 and CPT coding.Strong medical terminology backgroundCertified in medical terminology within six (6) months of employment.Ability to proficiently communicate and interact with the public, physicians, and associates. Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with a high level of empathy, tact, and poise. Knowledge of general office equipment (computer, photocopier, fax, and multi-line telephone.)Ability to transcribe medical information.Ability to multitask and perform in a flexible manner.Ability to type while interviewing. Must demonstrate a high level of customer awareness and a strong commitment to fulfilling customer needs.Ability to organize, prioritize and problem solve.Ability to read, write, speak, and follow oral and written instruction.Current knowledge of regulatory standards.Projects a mature, compassionate, positive, customer service attitude in a professional demeanor.Works independently with flexibilityExcellent spelling , communication and interpersonal skills.High School graduate or equivalent.Two years CRT/data entry experience preferred.Data entry skills.Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, recipient of the prestigious Magnet designation, is a leading provider of health services in DuPage County. Advocate Good Samaritan is a 342-bed facility and Level I Trauma Center offering the highest level of trauma care, while excelling in the delivery of cardiac care, oncology, mental health services, outpatient testing and therapies, and women and children services. The hospitals Level III Nursery provides the highest level of care for newborns, while also offering the Pampered Pregnancy to all new mothers and a support group for those parents who have experienced a problem pregnancy, have a baby with special needs or have lost a baby. Good Samaritan Hospital is located in Downers Grove, IL.