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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is hiring a Patient Representative to assist patients with their financial obligations and ensure proper administrative processing in a healthcare setting. The role requires experience in customer service or business administration, with a focus on healthcare-related tasks.
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Job Summary
The Patient Representative counsels patients on their financial status and obligations, identifying and referring them to appropriate sponsoring agencies.
This role involves processing high-risk pre-certifications, developing denial avoidance plans, and producing reports on revenue cycle functions to ensure financial errors are corrected.
UAMS offers benefits such as medical, dental, and vision plans, holiday/vacation/sick leave, education discounts, and retirement matching.
Matching Summary
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is hiring a Patient Representative to assist patients with their financial obligations and ensure proper administrative processing in a healthcare setting. The role requires experience in customer service or business administration, with a focus on healthcare-related tasks.
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Salary
$16.82/hr; $17.07 w/ BA; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
patient financial counseling
referral to sponsoring agencies
high-risk pre-certifications
denial avoidance plans
revenue cycle reporting
Nice-to-have
teamwork and diversity
collaborative healthcare organization
Key Requirements
High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience OR Associate degree with 2 years of experience OR Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge of medical terminology
Intermediate proficiency with MS Office Suite
Proficient keyboard and telephone etiquette skills
General knowledge of office machines
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States